Naval Academy Plebes Climb the Herndon Monument

UNITED STATES - MAY 23 - Midshipman 4th Class Chris Bianchi, celebrates after placing a midshipman cover after 1 hour 12 minutes 30 seconds on top of the Herndon Monument, during a finale to their first year at the U.S. Naval Academy, in Annapolis, Md., Monday, May 23, 2016. Plebes are tasked with working together to summit the 21 foot monument, which is covered with 50 pounds of vegetable shortening, and replacing the dixie cap on the top with a midshipman cover. (Photo By Al Drago/CQ Roll Call)