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The Sea Cadets was established by the Navy League of the United States at the request of the Department of the Navy in 1962 to "create a favorable image of the Navy on the part of American youth".
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Today the Sea Cadets continue to further the image of our maritime services by:
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Developing an interest and ability in seamanship and seagoing skills
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Instilling virtues of good citizenship and strong moral principles in each cadet
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Demonstrating the value of an alcohol-free, drug-free and gang-free lifestyle
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Exposing cadets to the prestige of public service and a variety of career paths through hands-on training with our nation's armed services
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The mission of the Sea Cadets is to build leaders of character by imbuing in our cadets the highest ideals of honor, respect, commitment, and service.