Wednesday 21 August 2013

A Trip To Annapolis...

Today saw the last of our international induction sessions (I think) and then a trip for the exchange students to Annapolis. 



After a 45 minute drive with Liam's steady hands at the wheel, we arrived at the Annapolis Visitor Centre. From there we were guided by Shannon through some of the historic district and to the waterfront. 


From there we split up and following Shannon, we made our way to the naval academy in the town. 


Thanks to Shannon's fiancé's friend Theo, our tour was filled with interesting facts and insights into the academy and its history. For example, the speed of light was first calculated and is commemorated there and the academy also played an important part in gaining naval dominance in the War of Independence.

Finally, we finished up in 'Chick & Ruth's Delly', and you know the place must be good when 'Man vs. food' has featured it. 

The promised thunderstorm came just as we were leaving and made for an impressive lightning display as we crossed the bay bridge on our way home - unfortunately, my photography is not good enough to capture moments of lightning. 

(Lots more photos on Facebook)






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