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Books could and have been written about West Point. Over the years I’ve put together a little about it…West Point Trivia...The vast majority of this trivia I have been able to confirm. Please let me know if you see anything you feel is incorrect. My focus has been on 1802-1960. There are likely records and incidents after 1960 I am not aware of.In 1838 the building housing USMA records was destroyed by fire. Over the years many were recovered from other sources. It is believed those current records between 1802 and 1838 are accurate.<??>Through 2015 there have been 72,416 Cullum #s but only 72,414 graduates of West Point. In 1955 #20,633 does not exist and in 2011 #66820 was not used. There is no record as to why these two numbers were not used. 10 graduates graduated after their class was assigned Cullum #s and were not initially given Cullum #s. Later the letter “A” was added to the number of the preceding graduate and assigned to them. Those graduates’ classes were: 1923, 1926, 1971, 1976, 1980, 1981,1983, 2004, and 2010.The below are not related to West Point but I found them interesting…What American soldier made the most combat jumps – CMS Basil Plumley with five.How many soldiers have been awarded Combat Infantry Badges with two stars? – It is believed that only 324 have received the CIB with two stars.How many soldiers have been awarded Combat Infantry Badge with three stars? While a CIB with three stars has been created, no soldier has yet earned it and it is highly unlikely one ever will.====================================================================The oldest monument is the Cadet Monument, dedicated in 1818 and located in the West Point Cemetery, while the newest is the Flight Memorial, located just north of Lusk Reservoir and dedicated in 1992.The names of 2,230 officers and soldiers of the Regular Army are inscribed on the Battle monument.Three US presidents were USMA grads – Grant, Eisenhower, and Jeff Davis83 graduates or those who attended USMA were MOH recipients18 grads are or have been astronauts, 5 of which have been to the moon70 West Pointers have been Rhodes ScholarsWest Point has produced 3 Heisman Trophy winners, ranking 5th of all schools3 graduates have been foreign heads of state – Anastasio Debale of Nicaruga, Fidel Ramos of the Phillipines, and Jose Figueres of Costa Rica.Joyhn Kimsey, founder of AOL, Bob McDonald, CEO of Procter and Gambel, and Alex Gorsky, CEO of Johnson & Johnson were grads.West Point started the tradition of class rings in 1835 before any other college.The first graduating class in 1802 consisted of only 2 peopleThe first graduating hat toss took place in 1946Among the notable Goats (last man academically in the class) were George Armstrong Custer (1861), George Pickett (1846), and MOH recipient Powhatan Henry Clarke (1884) who received the MOH as a Caucasian Buffalo Soldier.Prior to 1917 there was no gold bar to signify the rank of a 2nd lt. The gold bar was introduced in 1917 to identify the most junior officer.After graduation, it is the tradition that when the new 2nd Lt receives his first salute from an enlisted person, the new Lt. gives that enlisted person a newly minted silver dollar.Approximately 18% of West Point cadets are Eagle Scouts.The below statistics have not been confirmed. More research is required.95 graduates were killed during the Civil War13 graduates were killed in action in Indian Wars10 graduates were killed in the War of 1812? graduates were killed in the Boxer rebellion33 graduates were killed in action in WWIApproximately 500 graduates were killed during WWII157 graduates were killed in action during the Korean War273 graduates were killed in action during the Vietnam War1 graduate was kilkled in action during Desert Storm40 graduates were killed during Iraq94 graduates or x-cadets have been killed in combat since 9/11.================The Association of Graduates was founded in 1869. The purpose was to reunite grads who had fought on different sides during the Civil War.As of January 2016, Lt. Gen. William J. Ely, at the age of 103, was the oldest living graduateThe Class of 1835, Amicitiae Periculique Foedus (Danger Brings Forth Friendship) was the first class to have a motto.The Class of 1877 was the first class to have a class crest.David Moniac, Class of 1822 and a Creek Indian, was the first minority graduateThe first international graduate was Antonio Barrios, Class of 1886. He went on to serve as Guatamala’s minister of public works.In 1835, West Point was the first American university to adopt class rings.The classes of 1836 and 1879 were the only two classes not to have class rings. They chose to have class cufflinks.The Class of 1915 has been called the Class the Stars Fell On. 59 of the 164 graduates became general officers.Kristin Baker, Class of 1990, was the first female 1st Captain.USMA was recognized as a national historic landmark in 1961.As of January 2016 there were 135 societies registered at USMA – and the number continues to grow.Women first entered West Point in 1976.The first 62 females graduated in 1980West Point was completed and occupied in January 1778 – making it the longest continually occupied military post in the US.The Army Engineering insignia is a representation of the Library (Jefferson Hall). Some incorrectly claim that it is actually Pershing Barracks at West Point. In 1841 the “castle” insignia was worn on the uniform of cadets. In 1902 it was adopted as the insignia for the Corps of Engineers.As a firstie, Eisenhower lost his stripes for indecent exposure when he twirled his date on the dance floor and her ankles were exposed.There have actually been 6 Robert E. Lee`s in the Corps of Cadets. Three graduated (1829, 1945, and 1979); 3 failed to graduate (1915, 1949, and 1959.)Hoel C Bishop (1873) was the only 1st Captain to lose all of his stripes. He got caught refereeing a fight between a plebe and yearling.Jeremiah E. Dargan (ex-1832) is the only cadet ever sentenced to death. He struck an officer. His sentence was commuted by John Quincy Adams to dishonorable discharge.When was a Fourth Classman presented the Medal of Honor? ------ Cadet Calvin P. Titus, a Fourth Classman, was awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor for gallantry at Peking, China, 14 August1900, while a soldier of the 14th United States Infantry. The medal was presented by President Theodore Roosevelt, 11June1902.·Who used artillery fire on his former artillery instructor? ------ General Beauregard fired upon Major Anderson, who was stationed at Fort Sumter.·When did the Corps of Cadets stand to arms? ------ In the New York riots against the draft of 1863, word reached West Point that a mob was going to visit and burn the Academy. Ball cartridges were issued to the cadets. Pickets of cadets with a field gun at each point were established at North and South Docks and Gee's Point. No attack was made, however.·What is the largest piece of granite turned in the Western Hemisphere? ----- The shaft of Battle Monument. The history of Battle Monument is fascinating. Initial plans started in June 1864 and the monument was dedicated May 31, 1897. Total cost was $66,820.87. A fascinating 305-page book published in 1898 details the planning through erection. It can be read at: https://archive.org/stream/historyofbattlem00battrich#page/n1/mode/2up·Who paid for Battle Monument? ----- The contributions of 6% of a month's pay from the officers and men of the Regular Army who donated between $7 and $50, depending upon rank.·When was over half of the American Army stationed at West Point? ----- After the Revolutionary War, Congress reduced the Army to 80 men, 55 of whom were stationed at West Point.·What is the oldest regularly garrisoned military post in the United States? ------ West Point has been garrisoned since 20 January1778.·What do the stained glass windows in the north wing of the Mess Hall depict? ------ The life of George Washington.·What do the four statues in the mess hall represent? ------ As one enters the old center mess hall door, the statue on the right of the door represents Scholarship; the statue on the left of the door represents Loyalty; the statue on the right side of the center wing represents Physical Vigor; and the statue on the left side of the center wing represents Military Leadership.·What is Excalibur? ------ It is the two-handed sword of King Arthur and depicted over the door of the Cadet Chapel.·For what is the Cadet Chapel organ noted? ------ It is the largest church organ and the third largest organ in the world. In all there are over 18,700 pipes.·What is the inscription on Benedict Arnold's plaque, and where is it? ------ The inscription contains only the rank and date of birth. Both the name and date of death have been gouged out. The plaque is in the Old Cadet Chapel (Post Cemetery).·What are the names of the Army Mules? ------ Spartacus, Ranger, Trooper, and Traveller.·Who was Pyrene? ------ Mousers used to be kept in the old mess hall, and the senior cat on duty was always named Pyrene.·What is Murphy's Law? ------ 1. Nature always sides with the hidden flaw. 2. Things, if left to themselves, go from bad to worse.·What was the spoony button? ------ The spoony button was a Full Dress button a cadet used to give to his girlfriend, the equivalent to the modern A-Pin.·What is the origin of the name "Target Hill Field?" ------ A hill used as a back stop for cadet rifle practice was located in the North Athletic Field area.·Who put the reveille cannon on top of the Clock Tower? ------ It is believed that Cadet Douglas MacArthur and a small group of cadets put the reveille cannon on the Clock Tower one night. It took two weeks to get it down.·What is the Sunday night poop? ------ Six bells and all is well. Another weekennd shot to hell. Another week in my little green cell. Another week in which to excel. Oh, hell.·When did cadets "cheer" for Navy at an Army-Navy football game? ------ In 1943, Wartime travel restrictions kept the Brigade at Annapolis when the game was at West Point. As a result of a coin toss, the First Regiment learned Navy songs and cheers, wore white caps to the game, and "helped" Navy beat Army.·Where are the Lucky Spurs? ------ The Lucky Spurs are on the monument of General Sedgwick. The statue of General Sedgwick, cast from cannons captured by the VI Corps which he commanded during the Civil War, has rowel spurs that turn. An old legend is that if a cadet is deficient in academics, he should go to the monument at midnight the night before the term end examination, in full dress, under arms, and spin the rowels on the monument. With luck, he will not be found.·What is the significance of the Foundation Eagle and where is it located? ------ It is the eagle in front of Washington Hall. A tradition states, if one looks at it during the academic year, he will not be found deficient in academics.·What was the shortest tour served by a Superintendent? ----- Five days. General Pierre G. T. Beauregard of 1838, served as Superintendent from 23 January to 28 January 1861. He was reportedly relieved for his Southern sympathies.·What did Brigadier General Henry M. Robert, USMA, class of 1857, write that is still in use today? ------ He wrote "Robert's Rules of Order," which has guided generations of Americans through the mazes of parliamentary procedure.·Of the 800 West Point graduates serving the Union Army during the Civil War, how many became General Officers? ------ 297 of the 800 West Pointers became General Officers. At the beginning of the Civil War no graduate of West Point was a General Officer.·Of the 294 West Point graduates serving in the Confederacy during the Civil War, how many became General Officers? ------ 14 of the West Point graduates serving in the Confederacy became General Officers.·Who commanded the major battles of the Civil War? ------ There were 60 important battles of the War. In 55 of them, graduates commanded on both sides; in the remaining 5, a graduate commanded one of the opposing sides.·Who are the past 5 Generals of the Army and Air Force and which one was not a USMA graduate? ------ General of the Air Force Henry H. Arnold, USMA 1907; General of the Army Omar N. Bradley, USMA 1915; General of the Army Dwight D. Eisenhower, USMA 1915; General of the Army Douglas C. MacArthur, USMA 1903; General of the Army George C. Marshall, VMI, 1901.·What is the history of the Class Ring? ------ The class of 1835 was the first class to wear class rings. The Class of 1836 had no ring, but each succeeding class had one except for the Class of 1879, who chose cuff links. Before 1869, each person designed his own ring. In 1869, the ring committee was instituted to adopt a uniform design. The ring of today is designed by the Ring and Crest Committee. The ring varies from year to year but it always includes the Academy Crest and the Class Crest. The ring is worn with the Class Crest towards the heart before graduation and the Academy Crest toward the heart after graduation.·Who was the first man killed in an airplane crash? ------ 1st Lieutenant E. Selfridge, USMA Class of 1903, was killed at Fort Myer, VA on 17 September 1908, when the plane in which he was riding with Orville Wright crashed.·Where is the evolution of the Full Dress Hat to be found? ------ The Evolution of the Full Dress Hat is pictured in stone carvings over five windows in Grant Hall.·With what is Abner Doubleday, Class of 1842, credited? ------ He is credited with having invented the sport of Baseball.·Who headed the building of the Panama Canal? ------ Major General George Washington Goethals, Class of 1880.·How did General Charles P. Summerall (1892), former Chief of Staff, first win his fame? ------ As an artillery Lieutenant walking under fire to Peking's Imperial City gate in 1901 and chalking targets for his guns on the hinges of the gates.·What graduate turned down an Olympic team position to join his classmates in Korea? ------ Lieutenant Richard Shea, Class of 1952 (USMAPS 1948). He was the hero of Pork Chop Hill where he was decorated with the Medal of Honor.·Why was it impossible to establish a claim for a record in the old Varsity Pool when it was first built? ------ The pool was discovered to have been constructed one inch shorter than it was designed to be. This was remedied by lengthening the pool one inch at the cost of $1000.·What are the mistakes on the French Monument? ------ Curved saber, straight scabbard; wind blowing flag in one direction, coat tails in the other; cannonballs larger than bore of cannon; button unbuttoned.·Where was the "Black Hole of Calcutta? ------ Originally the Old Provost Prison located on the edge of Execution Hollow was used as a retaliatory prison, giving British prisoners in our hands the same treatment as Americans received in British prisons. It is now said to be the room under the Cadet Chapel that is visible from the steps on the north side.·Where is the Kissing Tree? ------ On Flirtation Walk at Camp Buckner. It is a tree with a large orange band painted on it, 112 yards from Barth Hall.·What is significant about First Captain Robert Woods, USMA Class of 1945? ------ He won a major letter in football at both West Point and Annapolis.·What men are honored in Cullum Hall? ------ In the terms of the will of Brevet Major General George W. Cullum, the memorial hall which bears his name has service as a locale for tablets and portraits of distinguished deceased officers and graduates of the Military Academy. Included among those memorialized are: all deceased graduates who have won the Medal of Honor, all those killed in World War II and in the Korean Conflict, almost all graduates who were killed in previous wars, as well as all deceased former Superintendents and permanent Professors of the military Academy. There is now no room for further memorialization beyond a few commitments which have already been established.·What were Colonel Sylvanus Thayer's three D's of the fighting men? ------ Discipline, Decision, and Devotion to Duty.·What is the significance of Fort Arnold? ------ The position of its gun actually commanded the Hudson. It received its name from the hero of Quebec, Benedict Arnold. After his defection to the British, it was renamed Fort Clinton.·Who was Thaddeus Koscluszko? ------ He was a Polish officer, born in Lithuania, who was assigned the task of completing the fortifications for the defense of the Hudson. It took 28 months to complete the job. Part of the fortifications and a garden terrace built by him below the Plain, still remain as a memorial.·What figure is represented on the USMA Library? ------ The statue that adorns the face of the USMA Library is that of Athena, or Minerva, mythological protectress of heroes, the brave, and the valorous. With her right arm stretched out in a gesture suggesting the spread of knowledge, her left resting upon her shield, Athena is the goddess who is wise in the industries of peace and the arts of war. It is particularly fitting that the figure adoring the new library should also be known for her supreme wisdom. The figure's right arm extends over the globe, showing our thrust into space, and clouds, symbols for world problems, surround the lower part of the globe. the figure, which is built into the top of the facade of the new library's tower, stands 18 feet high, looking out to the north. The helmet, shield and sword are from the Academy's Coat of Arms. The sculptor, Lee Lawrie, completed the work on Athena just before his death in 1963. One of the greatest sculptors of his time, an early commission of his was to adorn new building at USMA in 1908-1911. He executed the large mantel in the Academic board room of Headquarters Building with statues of nine epic heroes as part of this earlier commission and has done other nationally known work.·How were new cadets greeted here in the 1850's? ------ New cadets were greeted by a barrage of buttons fired from a brass candlestick loaded with gun powder as they reported to their 1st Sergeant for duty.·What is the oldest building on post? ------ The Superintendent's Quarters, Quarters 100, built in 1820 when Captain Sylvanus Thayer was Superintendent.·Who was Dennis M. Michie? ------ He was a member of the Class of 1892 and the captain of the first Army Football Team. 1st Lieutenant Michie was killed in action in San Juan, Cuba in July 1898.·What is the history of the Great Chain? ------ By the year 1777 it had been determined that West Point was the most practical site for the construction of a chain and its defending artillery. The chain was constructed by Peter Townsend in the Sterling Iron Works, 25 miles southwest of West Point. It was installed, along with supporting artillery, under the direction of General Parsons in 1778. The purpose of the Great Chain was to obstruct navigation on the Hudson River thereby cutting the British supply lines. The Chain was 1700 feet long. There were approximately 1200 links, each of which weighted between 90 and 122 pounds. It was stapled to large logs in order to float it and reached from Chain Cove to Constitution Island. The great Chain was protected by a boom just south of it. The boom, made of logs chained together, was placed so that a ship striking it would be slowed down to the point that it could not break the chain.·What war contributed the most cannons to those of the West Point collection? ------ 104 cannons were retained from the Mexican War.·After whom was Delafield Pond named? ------ Brevet Major General Richard Delafield, Class of 1818, who, in the 1830's and 1840's worked on the famous Cumberland Road. Later he was three times appointed Superintendent of the Academy. He also was the Chief of the Engineers from 1864 to 1866.·What is the origin of cadet grey? ------ This color was introduced by Superintendent Partridge in the Fall of 1815. It was adopted to commemorate General Jacob Brown's impressive victory over the British at the Battle of Chippawa, 5 July 1814. Due to the inability of the government to furnish the troops with blue at the particular time, General Brown's regular troops were clothed in gray. The British initially thought that they were up against gray-clad militia troops, which they had earlier defeated. General Winfield Scott was one of Brown's brigade commanders at this battle.What is the significance of the Cadet Colors? ------ The components of gun powder are charcoal, saltpeter (potassium nitrate) and sulfur, which are black, gray, and gold in color·What is the subject of the Mural in Washington Hall? ------ The mural depicts the history of arms from earliest times as symbolized by the leaders of 20 great battles decisive in charting the course of civilization. Development of the weapons of war is also portrayed in authentic detail.·What event marked the beginning of competitive intercollegiate athletics at West Point" ------ Navy football game of 1890.·Who and from what class was the "Father of the Military Academy?" ------ Colonel Sylvanus Thayer, Class of 1808.·What are the 5 Stone Warriors and what do they represent? ------ They are figures depicting the use of the horse through history, found between the two main entrances to Thayer Hall, one level below the road running downhill in front of the building. They represent, from left to right, Mounted Soldier, Medieval Knight, U.S. Cavalryman, Western Indian, and the Horsemen of World War I.·What was the origin of the name "Weapons Room?" ------ Weapons Room was so named because weapons training was given to the Corps of Cadets in this room for many years before the conversion to use it as a cadet restaurant. It was formally located where the Office of Physical Education is now.·What did Sherman, Class of 1840, say of war? ------ "There is many a boy who looks on war as all glory, but boys, it is all hell."·Where was Execution Hollow and what was its significance? ------ Execution Hollow was a depression in the Northeast part of the parade ground. It was the location of executions during the Revolutionary War.·What event contributed to the cessation of mortar practice from Battery Byrne? ------ A round landed across the river in the main intersection of the town of Cold Spring. Battery Byrne was located in Execution Hollow and is now buried there.·Who was the Vigilance Committee? ------ The Vigilance Committee was the forerunner of the Cadet Honor Committee. These cadets were an unsanctioned group who policed the Corps of Cadets who committed dishonorable acts.·Who officially sanctioned or authorized the formation of the Cadet Honor Committee? ------ In 1921, General Douglas MacArthur, then Superintendent, formally recognized the Vigilance Committee and formed the Cadet Honor Committee. Since that time, the Honor Committee has been in existence to uphold the Honor portion of the Academy motto.· Robert Woods, USMA '45, won an athletic letter in football at both West Point and Annapolis. Who was his Navy counterpart? ------ Midshipman Joseph A. Grace, Jr., USNA '80, was a starter at Navy in soccer. In his junior year, he came to Army on a 6 month Academy Exchange Program. While here, he played starting center fullback for the entire year under Coach Joe Palone, beating Air Force and his teammates at Navy 1-0! He returned to Navy for his senior year and returned the favor, beating Army 2-0 and scoring the winning goal!What class was known as the "thundering herd"? Ans: 1924 - 400 strong, and the largest graduating class to that point.Mark Armstrong, 2010, was a 5thgeneration graduate, James B. Lincoln Jr, 1990, was a 6thgeneration, and Caroline Miller, 2009, was a 7thgeneration graduate.Sixteen graduates have been depicted on currency. Date after name is graduating class. Date with currency amount is first year note was issued. They were:*James McPherson, 1853 – 1890 $2 bill*PGT Beauregard, 1889 - $20 1863 Louisiana bill*Joseph K Mansfield, 1822 - $500 1873 note*George Henry Tomas - $5 1890 treasury note*Jefferson Davis, 1828 – Confederate notes*George Meade, 1835 - $1,000 1890 treasury notes*Robert E. Lee. 1829 – 1925 and 1937 commemorative half dollars*George McClellan, 1846 – 1937 commemorative half dollar 1864 Searsport Bank Maine 25c note, 1862 $1 Chicopee Bank Mass note, $20 1862 Rutland County Bank Vermont.*Stonewall Jackson, 1842 – 1925 Stone Mountain half dollar*William T Sherman, 1840 - $.15 fractional prof note, never issued*Winfield Scott Hancock, 1844 – 1890 $2 silver certificate*Ulysses S. Grant, 1843 – 1922 half dollar and current $50 bill*Philip Sheridan, 1853 - $5 1896 silver certificate, 1890 $10 bill*Douglas MacArthur – 1980 Philippines 2500 gold piso*Dwight Eisenhower – 1971 $1 coin*Fidel V. Ramos, 1950 – 1996 2000 Philippines gold pisoSammy – molasses, and later honey, played a significant role in the Cadet diet. So much so that the Cadet Mess Hall purchased barrels of it in the fall to last through the winter and into the spring. During this time, a number of cats made the environs of the Cadet Mess Hall their home, and it became a tradition that the head mouser was called Sammy. One spring, as the hoard of molasses was getting low, Sammy was no longer seen around and about, performing his feline duties. Then, as the waiters ladled out the last of the molasses in the sole remaining barrel, a tragic discovery was made; there—preserved almost as if in amber—was Sammy.Robert E. Lee is the only person to date to have graduated from West Point military academy without a single demerit.<??>The ammunition belts in WWII aircraft were 27 feet long, reminiscent of the expression "the whole nine yards".Mozambique has an AK-47 assault rifle on its flag.Prior to the Civil War there were no US generals who were graduates of West Point. (Though there are seveal sources that confirm this, I'm certain this is incorrect.)In 1862 West Point was a concentration camp where some 50 Confederate prisoners were held indeplorable conditions - mostly women and children.Easy Trivia Quiz With AnswersApproximately how many cadets enter the West Point Military Academy each year?<??>1,3002.Approx. how many cadets graduate from the West Point Military Academy each year?1,0003.Who was the first woman graduate of the West Point Academy?Andrea Lee Hollen4.Which notable 1892 graduate was later Superintendent of the Academy and then president of Washington & Lee University?Robert E. Lee5.The United States Military Academy at West Point is the oldest of the United States's five service academies...True6.During the Revolution, West Point's commander attempted to turn the fort over to the British. Who was he?Benedict Arnold7.Where is the West Point Military Academy located?50 miles (80 km) north of New York City8.In what year was the United States Military Academy at West Point established?18029.What is the West Point Military Academy's motto?Duty • Honor • Country10.The West Point campus is a popular tourist destination complete with a large visitor center and the oldest museum in the United States Army...True11.Which of the following U.S. Presidents did NOT graduate from West Point?Franklin D. Roosevelt12.The military garrison at West Point was occupied in 1778 and played a key role in the Revolutionary War...True13.Which 1950 graduate went "very far" in life?astronaut Frank Borman