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1922 - 1932
The United States Naval Academy Band
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H. J. Peterman, 8th Leader
Photo courtesy of U.S. Naval Academy Archives

William Sima, Assistant Leader.

USNA Band in ceremonial uniform, circa 1926.
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Preparing for a parade, circa 1926.

A color drawing of the uniform worn from 1926 till 1934.

1926 band in front of Dahlgren Hall.
This was the first year in the Navy Chief's style uniform.
Midshipmen still refer to the band as "The Chief's Band."
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Photo courtesy of U.S. Naval Academy Archives

The United States Naval Academy Dance Orchestra, circa mid 1920's.
(l-r) George Gould, Jim Beranick, J. Hornberger (banjo), H. Bitters, G. Pushert, W.R. Sima, C. Martin, T. Abato, M. Merlic, ? (violin), G. Stratmeyer (drums), L. Senesi (bass), H. Butler (tuba).

Circa. 1929. The Superintendent's Quarters and Chapel in the background.
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In Tecumseh Court, circa. 1930
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The Band leading a procession through the Brigade of Midshipmen to the steps of Bancroft Hall. The tower of Mahan Hall is visible in the background. The year and event are unknown.

Henry John Peterman retired on October 2, 1932.
He died on September 27, 1951 and lies in the Maryland Veteran's cemetary.

1922 - 1932

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