Annapolis day 3

The Grand Graduation Ball!



Charles house and grounds( signer of the Declaration of Independence where we stayed  off shore...




...To hear and see the graduation at St Mary's




Nice Kids - 2011




Sculpture of Alex Haley(Roots) and kids




Watching the water taxis go by





The boats are watching us!!



Today we dingied to downtown and walked into the Naval Academy where we visted their outstanding museum.  We learned about the many famous graduates and what it takes to graduate as an officer in this fine institution.   One in ten applicants are accepted; usually straight A high school grades who show examples of outstanding leadership qualities through different clubs and teams. 
On the 1st day on campus their clothes are taken away and they are issued their new uniforms and the makover begins.  
We talked to many midshipmen (students) of all 4 levels and were amazed at their manners, and polished  demeanor.  Jayne and I would be happy to adopt any of them!!
 Because this was graduation week we were priveleged to be able to participate in a lot of the many activities that took place this week.
The grand ball was one event that was free for all  featuring dancing food and drinks.

Graduation is tomorrow; we love this place but we are moving on to Baltimore