The Great Hall of the United States Merchant Marine Academy at Kings Point on the north shore of Long Island was a cathedral of American maritime history. High arched stained-glass windows depicted historic naval engagements, while battle streamers and bronze plaques commemorated two centuries of mariners who had defended the nation's sea lanes. Seated in the auditorium were eight hundred midshipmen in crisp white service uniforms, accompanied by senior admirals…
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