12/09/2025
⚠️ WARNING ORDER (WARNO)
Reference: Army–Navy Game Countdown
Subject: Day 4 Historical & Traditional Operations Update
Date/Time Group: 09 DEC 25 / 1200L
Event: NCAA Army–Navy Football Game (13 DEC 25)
1. SITUATION
The annual Army–Navy football rivalry continues its 135-year tradition of competition, honor, and service.
Both academies are preparing for the 2025 matchup at M&T Bank Stadium.
Key cultural and historical moments remain essential to readiness and esprit de corps.
2. MISSION
At D-4, all personnel will increase awareness, knowledge, and engagement related to Army–Navy Game traditions in order to strengthen unit pride, drive morale, and encourage participation in official countdown activities.
3. EX*****ON
a. Commander’s Intent
Generate high levels of engagement across platforms by highlighting the traditions that define the rivalry and requesting audience participation.
b. Key Tasks
Amplify the significance of the March-On, prisoner exchange, and alma mater ceremonies.
Educate personnel, partners, and community members on the rivalry's impact on service culture.
Encourage comment participation through targeted questions and interaction prompts.
c. Coordinating Instructions
All personnel are encouraged to respond in comments NLT 24 hours after post.
- What is your favorite Army-Navy tradition?
- What is your favorite spirit spot?
- Who does the best flyovers?
Maintain professional rivalry. No blue-on-blue or friendly-fire comments outside acceptable banter thresholds.
4. SUSTAINMENT
Multimedia assets (graphics, crests, countdown banners) will be distributed via centralized channels.
Ensure posts maintain brand alignment and comply with OPSEC — no sensitive unit information, schedules, or travel itineraries.
Snacks for morale enhancement are authorized at commander discretion.
5. COMMAND & SIGNAL
Primary Communication Channels:
Facebook (Primary)
LinkedIn (Cross-post)
X (Image only)
POC: Skydrate Social Media OIC.
Next Fragmentary Order (FRAGO) will publish for D-3.