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Admiral Jonathan Greenert addresses the class of 2013 at Annapolis.

“I want you to guard your integrity. No one can take your integrity away from you. It's uniquely yours, don't lose it. You allegiance is to the institution, to the country, to the Constitution -- not your buddies. It's in your oath today, think about it when you take your oath. Be kind to everybody; treat everybody with dignity and with respect. And trust your shipmates because your life is going to depend on them. Learn your heritage, that's what we're about, know who you're about. And wear sunscreen, it takes about 20 years to take effect. Wear sunscreen.”
— Admiral Jonathan Greenert, chief of naval operations, speaking to the class of 2013 at the U.S. Naval Academy, May 24. Perhaps the "C" in CNO stands for Coppertone...
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