Papers Relating to the Examination of Cadets (a series), 1816-1865.

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Papers Relating to the Examination of Cadets (a series), 1816-1865.

Reports of the Academic Board and Medical Boards on the examination of candidates for admission, showing those accepted and those rejected, proceedings, and recommendations in the cases of cadets at the Academy who were found deficient in examinations.

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West Point, N.Y., was originally utilized as a strategic defense location during the American Revolution. West Point is geographically located on a 100 ft. plateau overlooking the Hudson River. After the American victory Congress created a Corps of Invalids (veterans) that were transferred to West Point for the purpose of instructing candidates for commission. In 1802 Congress legally established the United States Military Academy at West Point. The Academy produced many leaders of American forc...