"Navy Blue and Gold" is the
alma mater of the
United States Naval Academy
The United States Naval Academy (US Naval Academy, USNA, or Navy) is a federal service academy in Annapolis, Maryland. It was established on 10 October 1845 during the tenure of George Bancroft as Secretary of the Navy. The Naval Academy ...
. It is traditionally sung at the end of gatherings of midshipmen and alumni, including Naval Academy pep rallies and sporting events at which a band is present.
History
*Written in 1923 by Commander Roy de Saussure Horn (USNA Class of 1915), with music composed by J. W. Crosley.
*Changed to gender-neutral lyrics in May 2004 by
Vice Admiral Rodney P. Rempt.
References
External links
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United States Naval Academy
Alma mater songs