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United States Military Academy at West Point

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource is the official home of the United States Military Academy at West Point. It gives information about the academy, including each of the different programs it offers. It also gives information about the admissions program,...
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University of North Carolina

Henry Ossian Flipper, 1856 1940: The Colored Cadet at West Point

For Students 9th - 10th
Read the complete autobiography of Henry Ossian Flipper, the first African American to graduate from the United States Military Academy at West Point. This tells of his life through the time of his graduation and receipt of his...
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Today in Georgia History: Henry O. Flipper March 21, 1856

For Students 9th - 10th
A short video [1:30] and text provide an overview of the life of Henry O. Flipper, the first African American to graduate from the U. S. Military Academy at West Point. Included with the video and text are a vocabulary list and several...
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National Park Service: Fort Davis Historic Site: Second Lieutenant Henry Flipper

For Students 9th - 10th
An account of the life of Henry Ossian Flipper, the first African American to graduate from the United States Military Academy at West Point. The article highlights not only his successess, but also the many challenges he faced as a...
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Wikipedia: Natl Historic Landmarks in New York: United States Military Academy

For Students 9th - 10th
Commonly known as West Point; oldest continuously occupied military post in the nation and alma mater of many U.S. Army leaders.