The effort to improve soldiers’ social and cultural understanding was further hampered by the U.S. military’s approach to the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan: even as the United States sought to fight a ...

The United States Military Academy is widely referred to as West Point because it is located in West Point, NY, a location on the Hudson River chosen by George Washington for its strategic importance.

The United States Military Academy at West Point was created by the Military Peace Establishment Act, signed by President Jefferson, on this day in history, March 16, 1802.

For two centuries the United States Military Academy at West Point Band has continued the traditions of those forbearers. Officially established on June 8, 1817, the USMA Band is celebrating its ...

A Congressional panel identified for removal or modification 13 items at the United States Military Academy that memorialize the Confederacy. By Amanda Holpuch Dec. 24, 2022 ...

All practicable military knowledge not to be obtained in four years, can be had away from the Academy at the different posts, schools of practice and field duties.

President Trump shakes hands with United States Military Academy Superintendent Lieutenant General Steven W. Gilland as he arrives to deliver the commencement address at West Point Military Academy.