The noise, which startled residents and shook buildings, was caused by an authorized military flight that responded to an intrusion into restricted airspace, U.S. and military officials said.
This Saturday will be the 123rd meeting between the Army Black Knights and the Navy Midshipmen, one of college football's most storied and unique rivalries.
Rivalries among the nation’s military academies include a long history of mascot-stealing “spirit missions” before football games, despite official condemnations.