Historical Events tagged with "service academy"
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Merchant Marine Academy Gains Permanent Status
The United States Merchant Marine Academy was designated as a permanent service academy, allowing it to officially train officers for the United States maritime industry. This change signified a recognition of the importance of maritime operations to national defense and commerce, emphasizing the need for a trained workforce to manage shipping and navigation. The decision to grant this status not only highlighted the strategic value of the maritime sector but also set a legal and educational foundation for future officers to serve in the Merchant Marine.
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