05/25/2026
Their watch has ended — Our duty to remember never will.
This Memorial Day, we pause to reflect and remember those who paid the ultimate sacrifice. Those who gave everything for a country we all hold so dear. For more than 18 decades, Naval Academy graduates have sworn the Oath of Office and answered the call to serve. Whether at sea, in the air or on land, many of our Classmates, Shipmates and fellow alumni gave their lives in defense of our great nation. Their courage, sacrifice and commitment to something greater than themselves are the foundation of the freedoms we live by each and every day. We honor their memory. We hold close the families and friends who carry their legacy, ensuring their names live on not just today but for decades to come. We remain forever grateful for their selflessness, service, leadership and willingness to serve a cause greater than themselves. While their watch has ended, our duty to remember them never will.