Off-topic diversion – Army-Navy spirit spots
Allow me to share a couple of examples of surprising talent from my alma mater.
Ray Ban Vision
Go Navy, Beat Army!
Allow me to share a couple of examples of surprising talent from my alma mater.
Ray Ban Vision
Go Navy, Beat Army!
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