Cleveland Sea Cadets - U. S. Naval Sea Cadet Corps

🇺🇸 Standing tall. Standing proud. Making history. 🇺🇸

The Sea Cadets had the incredible honor of serving as the Color Guard during the commissioning of the USS Cleveland LCS 31.

A Color Guard is a ceremonial unit responsible for presenting and safeguarding the National, Navy, and organizational colors while demonstrating the highest standards of military bearing, discipline, and precision. For this historic event, the organizational colors proudly included the flag of the Cleveland Division of the U.S. Naval Sea Cadet Corps.

As the ceremony began and the National Anthem played, our Sea Cadets had the privilege of presenting the colors before thousands of spectators and a worldwide television audience. They carried out their responsibilities with professionalism, pride, and exceptional precision, representing not only our unit, but also the values and traditions of the Sea Cadet program.

We are incredibly grateful to the U.S. Navy for entrusting our cadets with such an important role during this historic milestone. Opportunities like this create memories and leadership experiences that last a lifetime.

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USS Cleveland Legacy Foundation

At the commissioning of the USS Cleveland LCS 31, our Sea Cadets had the incredible honor of serving as Sideboys, welcoming Distinguished Visitors and Senior Officers during this historic ceremony.

Sideboys are a ceremonial detail of sailors positioned in two rows to render honors during special naval occasions.

The official party included Acting Secretary of the Navy Hung Cao, Vice Admiral Karl Thomas, United States Senator Jon Husted, United States Representative Shontel Brown, Cleveland Mayor Justin Bibb, and USS Cleveland Ship Sponsor Robyn Modly.

We are especially grateful for the confidence and trust placed in our cadets by USS Cleveland Commanding Officer CDR Bruce Hallett, Executive Officer CDR Adam Cline, and Command Master Chief CMC Randy Castillo to perform such a meaningful responsibility.

Representing our program and participating in naval tradition alongside distinguished leaders made this an unforgettable experience.

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U.S. Navy
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Acting Secretary of the Navy Hung Cao
Senator Jon Husted
Rep. Shontel Brown
Mayor Justin M. Bibb

First impressions can make all the difference 🇺🇸⚓😊

The Sea Cadets had the pleasure of welcoming attendees to the commissioning of the USS Cleveland LCS 31. After guests cleared security, our Cadets greeted them with smiles, handed out event programs and water, and helped kick off an unforgettable day in a warm and welcoming way.

From the first arrival to the final guest, thousands of people were welcomed as honored guests during this historic celebration. The excitement, energy, and smiles throughout the day made this event even more special.

We truly enjoyed meeting so many amazing people and sharing in this memorable occasion together. Thank you to everyone who came out and helped make history with us!

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🇺🇸⚓ A naval tradition. A historic moment. An unforgettable honor. ⚓🇺🇸

Every morning at exactly 0800, the U.S. Navy begins the duty day with “Morning Colors”, the time-honored ceremony of raising the national ensign while all hands render honors.

On the day of the commissioning of the USS Cleveland LCS 31, our Sea Cadets had the incredible privilege of raising the Flag of the United States of America aboard the ship in Cleveland, Ohio.

To take part in Morning Colors aboard a newly commissioned U.S. Navy warship was an experience our Cadets will never forget. We are deeply grateful to the U.S. Navy and the crew of the USS Cleveland for allowing our Cadets to participate in such a historic and meaningful ceremony.

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USS Cleveland Legacy Foundation

⚓️ What an incredible day for the Sea Cadets! ⚓️

We were honored to support the commissioning of the USS Cleveland LCS 31. There is truly no place we’d rather be than celebrating this historic moment alongside our Navy and community 🇺🇸

📸 Stand by for many more posts, photos, and behind-the-scenes moments highlighting the Sea Cadets’ involvement throughout this once-in-a-lifetime event!

A special thank you to the U.S. Navy and the USS Cleveland Legacy Foundation for including the U.S. Naval Sea Cadet Corps in such a memorable and historic occasion.

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⚓🎉 Community Day was an absolute blast for your Cleveland Division Sea Cadets!

As part of the week-long celebration leading up to the commissioning of the USS Cleveland LCS 31, our cadets had the honor of supporting Community Day by running a hands-on Knot Tying Station inside the Commissioning Village hosted by the USS Cleveland Legacy Foundation.

The original mission was simple: teach young visitors how to tie nautical knots. What actually happened? A whole lot of laughs, excitement, friendly chaos, and nonstop fun... just the way we like it! 😄⚓

From future sailors to curious families, it was incredible watching so many people stop by to learn, participate, and celebrate the Navy’s newest ship alongside us.

Your Cleveland Sea Cadets will also play an important role during the official commissioning ceremony on Saturday, May 16, and we are proud to be part of this historic moment for our city and our Navy.

A very special thank you to Fairbanks Morse Defense for the outstanding support and for providing the awesome shirts and hats that kept our cadets looking sharp all day long!

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⚓🇺🇸 The Cleveland Division of the U.S. Naval Sea Cadet Corps were proud to support the USS Cleveland Community Day festivities by manning an activity station inside the Commissioning Village.

Community Day was just one part of an exciting week-long celebration leading up to the commissioning of the Navy’s newest warship, USS Cleveland LCS 31

Throughout the day, our cadets welcomed visitors from across Northeast Ohio and taught basic knot-tying skills while sharing a little naval tradition and having plenty of fun along the way. From future sailors to curious community members, everyone had a chance to learn something new and enjoy the experience.

Watch the video to see our Sea Cadets in action representing Cleveland with pride, professionalism, and enthusiasm! ⚓


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Navy League of the United States

Northeast Ohioans meet sailors, tour USS Cleveland during community day Until the ship’s christening on May 16th, people will have the chance to tour the ship and meet with its crew.

Cleveland Sea Cadets of the U.S. Naval Sea Cadet Corps are proud to be part of the commissioning of the USS Cleveland LCS 31.

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USS Cleveland sails into namesake city ahead of historic commissioning ceremony in Cleveland Under beautiful skies over Lake Erie, the USS Cleveland (LCS-31) sailed into the city whose name it carries Saturday, greeted by crowds lining Northeast Ohio’s shoreline waving American flags.

❓🤔❓ The mystery of the muddy uniforms has officially been solved!

Your Cleveland Sea Cadets put their skills to the test during Field Operations Training. Sharpening their marksmanship abilities, learning basic infantry maneuvers, and building the teamwork, discipline, and confidence that define our program.

From time on the range to crawling through the mud in tactical exercises, these cadets embraced every challenge with determination and enthusiasm.

The mud may wash off… but the lessons learned and memories made will last a lifetime.

Do you think you have what it takes to spend the weekend training in the field? If so, we’d love to hear from you. Join the adventure and become part of something bigger than yourself.

⚓ Challenge yourself.
⚓ Build leadership skills.
⚓ Make lifelong friendships.

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