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== History == | == History == | ||
Founded in 1802, West Point was established to train officers in engineering and military leadership. It has since expanded into a comprehensive four-year program. The Academy has produced many of the Army’s most distinguished leaders, including [[Ulysses S. Grant]], | Founded in 1802, West Point was established to train officers in engineering and military leadership. It has since expanded into a comprehensive four-year program. The Academy has produced many of the Army’s most distinguished leaders, including [[Ulysses S. Grant]], Robert E. Lee, Douglas MacArthur, [[Dwight D. Eisenhower]], and Norman Schwarzkopf. | ||
== Academics == | == Academics == | ||
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== Traditions and Symbols == | == Traditions and Symbols == | ||
* Motto: ''Duty, Honor, Country'' | * '''Motto''': ''Duty, Honor, Country'' | ||
* Colors: Black, gray, and gold | * '''Colors''': Black, gray, and gold | ||
* Mascot: Mule | * '''Mascot''': Mule | ||
* Song: ''On, Brave Old Army Team'' | * '''Song''': ''On, Brave Old Army Team'' | ||
== Also See == | == Also See == | ||
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The United States Military Academy (USMA), also known as West Point, is the officer training academy of the United States Army. It is located at West Point, New York, on the Hudson River, and is one of the most prestigious military academies in the world.
History
Founded in 1802, West Point was established to train officers in engineering and military leadership. It has since expanded into a comprehensive four-year program. The Academy has produced many of the Army’s most distinguished leaders, including Ulysses S. Grant, Robert E. Lee, Douglas MacArthur, Dwight D. Eisenhower, and Norman Schwarzkopf.
Academics
Cadets pursue bachelor of science degrees across disciplines such as engineering, military science, social sciences, and humanities. The academic program is rigorous and emphasizes leadership development.
Military Training
Cadets undergo extensive military and physical training, including field exercises, marksmanship, and summer leadership training programs.
Admissions
Admission is highly competitive and requires a nomination (usually from a member of Congress), outstanding academic performance, physical fitness, and leadership potential.
Traditions and Symbols
- Motto: Duty, Honor, Country
- Colors: Black, gray, and gold
- Mascot: Mule
- Song: On, Brave Old Army Team