Letter, 1854 May 23, New York Free Academy [to George Cullum].

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Letter, 1854 May 23, New York Free Academy [to George Cullum].

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Army officer, Professor of Math, USMA, President CCNY, 1845-1869. Response to circular requesting information about the history of West Point and cadet living conditions in the early years of the Academy, requirements for admission, academic standards, curriculum and the reorganization of the Military Academy under Thayer's administration.

5 p. ; 32 x 20 cm.

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United States Military Academy, USMA Library

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