Excerpt from West Point Colors
Some of my friends in a certain cadet class beset me to write a West Point story; promising me incidents at will, a plot, a name, and a tactical officer for the villain. Per haps it was because I declined this last sensational detail that they backed out of all the rest, and having given my boat a shove into deep water, left me to row and pilot as best I might.
However, help came from other men, in other classes. I was cheered on in my work, and given story after story, with full leave to use them as I chose; and so it falls out that my book is quite true.
Not that all the happenings ever came to any one cadet, or within the bounds of any four years' course. But they have almost all, at some time, been part of somebody's cadet life at West Point. With what men, or in what years, it does not matter: the last decade of the nineteenth century nearly enough covers the whole.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the life of a young man named Charlemagne Kindred, who embarks on a journey to West Point Military Academy. Through his experiences, the author paints a vivid picture of cadet life in the late 19th century, capturing the challenges, camaraderie, and transformative nature of this unique institution. Set against the backdrop of a rapidly changing America, the narrative explores themes of duty, honor, and the complexities of navigating personal desires within a strict and demanding environment. Charlemagne's encounters with fellow cadets, officers, and the iconic flag that flies over West Point serve as catalysts for his growth and self-discovery. The book offers profound insights into the human condition, revealing the struggles and triumphs that accompany the pursuit of excellence and the forging of one's identity. Ultimately, it underscores the enduring power of determination, resilience, and the unwavering belief in one's own potential. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9780243289097_0
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