Runners Compete in the Navy Mile on Pennsylvania Avenue: “In the last several years however, a grassroots movement called Bring Back the Mile is attempting to restore 5,280 feet to relevance.Runners of all ages participated in the second annual Navy Mile. Proceeds from the USATF-sanctioned event support the Naval Sea Cadet Corps, the Safe Harbor Foundation and the Navy Memorial. USAA was the lead sponsor for the event.”