The Long Gray Line
West Point was built in during the Revolution as a series of forts designed to support the interdiction of British forces along the Hudson. To do so, they utilized a series of hill forts along with BLANK that ran across the river.
What is the Great Chain?
This year, the Army has turned how old?
What is 250?
This game, known as "America's Game," is the longest-running rivalry in college sports.
What is Army-Navy?
This role at the table sat at the opposite end of the cold beverage corporal, and their job used to be giving out warm drinks such as tea and coffee that were previously served at the tables.
What is the hot beverage corporal?
All Plebes have to stand in the halls every morning, lunch, and formation, and call this.
What are minutes?
This famous general of the revolution was the mind behind many great victories, such as Saratoga, before being given command of West Point. He then tried to sell the post to the British before fleeing after being caught.
Who is Benedict Arnold?
For his daring heist of a Confederate train during the Civil War, Private Jacob Parrott was the first person to be awarded this high award.
What is the Medal of Honor?
This cadet was the first ever captain of the Army football team before being KIA during the Spanish-American War. The current stadium is named after him.
Who is Dennis Michie?
Before Washington Hall, what building used to be the cadet mess?
What is Grant Hall?
This affectionate name is given to the cadet who graduates at the very bottom of their class.
What is the GOAT?
This building used to be known as Riding Hall, and was the largest indoor riding facility in the world at the time of its completion before being repurposed at the end of WW2. Today, it serves as an academic hall, housing things such as history, English, mathematics, and more.
What is Thayer Hall
This Army unit, dating back to 1791, is responsible for garrisoning West Point.
What is the 1st Infantry Regiment?
This quarterback, considered one of the best ever had by Army, led the 2024 team to the school's greatest record in over 60 years.
Who is Bryson Daily?
In the days of the Old Grads, when someone did a good job at mealtimes, they would be rewarded with being able to take more than 5 bites of food.
What are big bites?
Cadets who exceed 100 walking hours join this club.
What is the Century Club?
This member of the class of 1882 currently holds the record for most hours walked, with a total of 2163 hours or about 90 days walked. However, he still managed to graduate!
Who is James Webster?
This WW2 soldier holds the record as the Army's most decorated soldier. Included in his awards is a Medal of Honor earned for fighting off a German assault by firing a roof-mounted 50cal from the top of a burning tank.
Who is Audie Murphy?
This Army halfback won the Heisman trophy back-to-back in 1945 and 1946. Becoming one of two players to ever do so.
Who is Glenn Davis?
Every Thursday, this fruit is a staple on the menu
What is a banana?
This cadet graduates at the top of their class in overall merit, earning the Pershing Sword.
Who is the Number One Cadet?
This building, previously known as the East Academic Building, was completed in 1841. Previously, it served as the Library before Jefferson was completed in 2008. Today, it serves as the home for many scientific departments.
What is Bartlett Hall?
This Japanese-American WW2 Army unit, with the motto "Go for Broke," was the most decorated of the war. Earning over 21 Medals of Honor during its European tour of duty. It is most famous for launching a banzai attack against a fortified German position to free a surrounded unit.
What is the 442nd Infantry Regiment?
These two players, nicknamed "Mr. Inside" and "Mr. Outside," helped Army win three straight national championships from 1944-1946.
Who is the Blanchard-Davis Duo?
In 1826, a Christmas party turned into a riot when cadets spiked this drink with whiskey. One notable participant was Confederate President Jefferson Davis.
What is eggnog?
On December 13th, Army will beat the hell out of this team.
What is Navy?