By Benjamin Rothstein, The Baltimore Sun (TNS)

Gilbert Clark, the former commandant of the Naval Academy dismissed from his post last month amid concerns over his ability to lead, was seen dancing and drinking alcohol while in uniform with young adults at an Annapolis bar on at least one occasion, according to one witness and a social media video reviewed by the Capital Gazette.

The video has circulated on social media outlets such as r/Navy on Reddit. It has prompted criticism from viewers, including an academy alumnus who pointed to naval hero John Paul Jones’ guidance that “Qualifications of a Naval Officer” include “refined manners, punctilious courtesy, and the nicest sense of personal honor.”

The consensus is that wearing the uniform in a bar does not by itself violate a rule. H

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