A copy of speech delivered by D. T. McAllister to the U. S. Naval Academy in 1969 (which included film footage of Michelson) as part of the formal dedication of Michelson Hall. The text follows the film sequence for the first few pages, describing Michelson's early life and education; then recounts a series of anecdotes concerning Michelson's career, such as his special appointment as a student to the Naval Academy and his tenure there (including his significant number of demerits); and naval service after graduation; his reaction to receiving the Franklin Medal; and descriptions of the making of some of his early instruments and of some of his scientific work.