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Classic Navy wedding at the US Naval Academy Chapel in Annapolis Maryland. Bride wore her grandmother's dress from the 1960's, reception at the Tidewater Inn.
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"The original wooden figurehead was sent to the Naval Academy in 1866 after being salvaged from the wreck of the old ship of the line "Delaware," which had been sunk at Norfolk during the Civil War to prevent her from falling into Confederate hands. The builders of the "Delaware" intended the figurehead to portray Tamanend, the great chief of the Delawares, a lover of peace and friend of William Penn. But to the midshipmen of the period, there was nothing in the name of Tamanend to strike the imagination. The effigy was also known by various other names -- Powhatan, King Phillip, and finally Tecumseh -- a great warrior and thus heroic and appropriate to the midshipmen. After 40 years of standing vigil in the Naval Academy's Yard, the winds, sun and rain began to take their toll. This prompted the Class of 1891 to raise funds for a new figurehead of Tecumseh to be immortalized in bronze. The old wooden figurehead's "brains" and "heart" were transferred to the new bronze statue for the sake of tradition. Tecumseh has become not only the "God of 2.0" -- the passing grade point average at the academy -- but also the idol to whom loyal midshipmen give prayers and sacrificial offerings of pennies. Midshipmen offer a left-handed salute in tribute to Tecumseh, and they toss pennies his way for good luck in exams and athletic contests. Each year, Tecumseh is decked out in a coat of "war paint" for Parents' Weekend in August, Homecoming in the fall, before Army-Navy contests and for Commissioning Week." from the US Naval Academy admissions website.
Susan & Xander were introduced by friends, set up on a blind date kayaking to First Landing Park, and a two hour paddle turned into an all day adventure with chicken wings and champagne! Their blind date quickly became a romance which took them adventuring all over the east coast, from Kitty Hawk to Niagra […]
TRADITION Getting Pinned at The United States Naval Academy. Class Crest of Class of '74. My Pin Still shiny after 46+ years...
Life at the USNA, What is it Like? Life at the Naval Academy Have you ever wondered what life at the USNA is like? It is challenging, to say the
Charlotte and Jake shared many surprises with their friends and family at their USNA & Annapolis Maritime museum wedding. They incorporated many meaningful touches, including their ceremony at their alma mater. Charlottes veil was her mothers, and she was carrying Jakes great grandmothers handkerchief from the 1800’s! I remember first chatting with Charlotte, her story […]
Taylor and Ben were guests at Kasey & Chris’ wedding so it was a huge compliment when they contacted me about their own wedding. I am in love with the US Naval Academy Chapel and grounds and am always honored to photograph on site. Claire at the Chapel is awesome and keeps everything running smoothing for the […]
Wedding Day Professionals: Planner: Lauren Corrigan Events Videographer: Black Tie Video Florist: Floret + Vine Music: Doug Segree Cara & Matthew were ready to have their wedding be a big celebration of love, happiness, health, and survival. “Nothing but smiles & laughter from start to finish,” Matthew said. It’s safe to say this was accomplished! […]
Breeda and Joe were both in 30th Company at the US Naval Academy and share an amazing history and friendship. She is now a pilot for the US Marines, while he is helping secure our waterways with the US Navy. We could not be more honored to photograph the marriage of these two Lieutenants. I […]
Cheerleader Parody- Background music is property of OMIDirected by: MIDN 3/c Casey DensmoreMusic by: MIDN 1/c Mark ClantonSinger: MIDN 3/c Matt SensenigRappe...
The USNA chapel was constructed in three phases. The first portion was a Greek cross with a terra cotta dome. The dome had some massive design failings and was replaced. Then the chapel was turned into a Roman cross with the addition of the east nave. The chapel at the USNA is part of a larger historic district that is on the National Register #66000386 and also a National Historic Landmark.
Midshipman Christmas Mini Sessions at USNA in 2023? Yes Please! Read here to see what inspired these and see this kind XO!
Come take a look at this USNA Plebe photos session at the Naval Academy. It has fall colors and Christmas lights in one session!
