to as the Regiment of Midshipmen[1] and is subdivided into two battalions and six companies (as of 2024). The 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Companies form the 1st Battalion; the Band company, 4th company , and 5th company make up 2nd Battalion. Company assignment is random, although candidates with experience playing a musical instrument are highly considered for joining the Band Company.
=== Regimental Band ===
The United States Merchant Marine Academy Regimental Band serves a dual purpose as both the academy's marching band as well as the official band of the United States Merchant Marine, often playing in official events alongside the other bands of the Armed Forces as well as representing the U.S. Merchant Marine at official events around the country and overseas. The United States Merchant Marine Academy Regimental Band regularly represents the United States Merchant Marine Academy and veterans of the United States Merchant Marine at presidential inauguration parades and other events of national significance.
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