02251cam a22003253u 4500 6426 UtSlPG 20260610133152.0 m cr n 260607r2004||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PZ Hancock, H. Irving (Harrie Irving), 1868-1922 Dick Prescott's First Year at West Point; Or, Two Chums in the Cadet Gray Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2004 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2004-11-14 E-text prepared by Project Gutenberg Distributed Proofreaders "Dick Prescott's First Year at West Point; Or, Two Chums in the Cadet Gray" by H. Irving Hancock is a novel written during the early 20th century. This coming-of-age story follows the experiences of two young men, Dick Prescott and Greg Holmes, as they navigate the challenging and disciplined life at the United States Military Academy at West Point, highlighting their aspirations of becoming officers in the U.S. Army. The opening of the book sets the stage for Dick and Greg's arrival at West Point, where they face a series of examinations to gain entry as cadets. The atmosphere is charged with nervous anticipation as the boys await their turns, revealing their backgrounds and the rigorous requirements they must meet. As they interact with fellow candidates and start to understand the strict military culture, the tension between excitement and fear becomes evident. Their journey serves not only as a trial of physical and mental endurance but also as a means of character development as they confront their fears, make new friends, and learn to respect the traditions and challenges of military life. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified College stories United States Military Academy -- Juvenile fiction Military cadets -- United States -- Juvenile fiction https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/6426 48448 48448