United States Merchant Marine Academy - Midships Yearbook (Kings Point, NY)

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We find ourselves at the crossroads in the history of the merchant marine. The legend and the lore of the sea coexist with the modern technological advancements of satellite navi- gation and nuclear propulsion. Much of the glory and roman- ticism of the old sailing days is eclipsed by our explorations into the future. And rightly so. All eyes must now look to the future. There is where our greatness lies, not in perpetuating anachronism. The diversity of a midshipman’s life and training provides a strong foundation for challenges ahead. Among the most valuable assets attained is a midshipman’s endurance and practical resourcefulness. Arduous circumstances coupled with unpleasant situations make life difficult to swallow. The bitter pill is all too familiar and common at Kings Point. The four years are paved with nothing certain except that everything is subject to change. It has been ingrained in our minds that everything is unpredictable as life is. Kings Point has trained survivors. Ahead lie discovery and the potential to put deter- mination and stamina to the test in the uncharted regions of the Real World.