What does a 3/C MIDN wear in Dress Whites?

In Dress Whites, a 3/C MIDN (Midshipman) wears a fouled anchor insignia with one diagonal stripe. This insignia is an important symbol of rank within the Navy's midshipman structure, indicating their status as a third-class midshipman. The fouled anchor itself is a traditional naval emblem that represents the Navy's heritage and the responsibilities of service.

The single diagonal stripe accompanying the fouled anchor serves to differentiate the rank of a 3/C MIDN from those of higher classes who would have additional stripes, thereby clearly signaling their position in terms of rank within the NROTC program. This distinction in the insignia ensures that midshipmen can be readily recognized according to their rank, fostering both discipline and a clear understanding of the hierarchy present in naval training and service.

Other designs with more stripes or different orientations do not apply to a 3/C MIDN, as those belong to either higher ranks or to different insignia configurations altogether.