Publisher's Synopsis
West Point: The Story Of The United States Military Academy is a comprehensive historical account of the institution that has trained generations of American soldiers. Written by E.D.J. Waugh, the book traces the origins of West Point back to the Revolutionary War and follows its development into one of the most prestigious military academies in the world. The author explores the challenges and triumphs that the academy has faced throughout its history, including the Civil War and World War II. The book delves into the lives of some of West Point's most famous graduates, such as Ulysses S. Grant and Dwight D. Eisenhower, and examines the impact that the academy has had on American military strategy and leadership. With its detailed research and engaging narrative, West Point: The Story Of The United States Military Academy is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the American military.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.