MOH Recipients
Rank Structure (for all branches)
Significant Dates
Cadet Knowledge, Room + Uniform
Misc.
100

This Medal of Honor recipients' citation reads, "Crossed the field of fire to obtain the permission of the rebel commander 94 to receive the surrender of the surrounded forces of Mexican Federals and escort such forces, together with 5 Americans held as prisoners, to the American line."

Who was Colonel Julien E. Gaujot?

100

An E-6 in the Navy

What is a Petty Officer First Class?

100

Women admitted for first time as full-time students

When was 1921?

100

What collar devices are worn by underclassmen (Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors) in paletot

None (Only seniors are authorized to wear collar devices - “VPI” on Right Collar and Service Designation on Left Collar)

100

Tech Triumph Line 1

What is "Techmen, we're Techmen, with spirit true and faithful, Backing up our teams with hopes undying"

200

This Medal of Honor recipient was involved in the Philippine Insurrection. His citation reads, "Attempted under a heavy fire of the enemy to swim a river for the purpose of obtaining and returning with a canoe."

Who was Captain Antione A.M. Gaujot?

200

Rank that comes immediately before General/Admiral

What is a Lieutenant General / Vice Admiral (O-9)?

200

Smallest Corps since 1902 (325 cadets enrolled)

When was 1977?

200

Beds may not be stripped for more than ___ for bedding to be washed.

What is 48 hours?

200

On the VTCC ranks, a trumpet signifies this organization

What is Signal Corps?

300

This Medal of Honor recipient was involved in WW1. His actions involved seizing a rifle and a trench-mortar shell that he used as a hand grenade. He then captured weapons and 19 of the enemy.

Who was Sergeant Earle D. Gregory?

300

Navy equivalent of an Army Colonel (O-6)

What is a Captain (O-6)?

300

First Pylon Dedication Ceremony, honoring Army 1st Lt. Jeffrey Kaylor ‘01

When was 2003?

300

OD Wrap

What is the senior wrap where both maroon pieces are worn?

300

This VTCC rank insignia has 5 chevrons

What does a C/MAJ rank look like?

400

This Medal of Honor recipient was involved in WW2. During the D-Day landings, he continually moved up and down the beach, reorganizing men. He also led two tanks through a minefield without regard for his own safety.

Who was First Lieutenant Jimmie W. Monteith Jr.?

400

Marine Corps rank above Gunnery Sergeant

What is a Master Sergeant or First Sergeant (E-8)?

400

First Guidon published as the YMCA Handbook (Rat Bible)

When was 1916?

400

Cadets will always walk to the ____ of any commissioned officer or superior ranking cadet officer when accompanying said officer. Additionally, the cadet will walk ___ ____ with the superior.

What is "left" and "in step"?

400

The first Commandant was General James H. Lane, a ____ graduate.

What is VMI?

500

This Medal of Honor recipient was involved in WW2. His actions involved diving on his own grenade after it got stuck on the jungle vines. He fought in the Pacific Theatre and saw action in the Solomon Islands.

Who was Sergeant Herbert J. Thomas?

500

Rank that is symbolized by two silver bars

What is a Captain (Army/AF/USSF/Marines) or Lieutenant (Navy/Coast Guard)?

500

Ensign Sarah J. Mitchell ’17 becomes the first female added to the Pylons

When was 2018?

500

VTCC Mission Statement

What is "The mission of the Virginia Tech Corps of Cadets is to graduate leaders of exemplary character who are instilled with the values and skills essential for leadership success in service to the nation."?

500

Corps term for a first sergeant

What is a "top kick"?

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