02411cam a22003253u 4500 57316 UtSlPG 20260610134324.0 m cr n 260607r2018||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 17025795 UtSlPG en iso639-1 U Richardson, Robert C. (Robert Charlwood), 1882-1954 West Point : An Intimate Picture of the National Military Academy and of the Life of the Cadet Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2018 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2018-06-13 Produced by MWS, Wayne Hammond and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) "West Point" by Robert C. Richardson is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book explores the history and unique experiences of cadets at the United States Military Academy, providing insights into the traditions, customs, and the development of the institution over time. The narrative focuses on the place's historical significance, particularly during the American Revolution and the evolution of military education in the United States. At the start of the book, Richardson sets the stage for the storied legacy of West Point, reflecting on its fortification during the Revolutionary War and the importance of educated military officers in the fledgling nation. He introduces readers to the early tumultuous years of West Point, highlighting various figures such as Washington, Kosciusko, and Arnold, as well as the critical battles for control that shaped its history. Through descriptions of the landscape and the atmosphere of the period, the opening lays a foundation that promises a deep dive into the Academy's past and the cadet experience, revealing both the grandeur and hardships of military life at West Point. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified United States Military Academy Scott, Hugh Lenox, 1853-1934 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/57316 98147 98147