The Spirit Of Old West Point, 1858-1862 (1907)

The Spirit of Old West Point, 1858-1862 is a historical book written by Morris Schaff and published in 1907. The book provides a detailed account of life at the United States Military Academy at West Point during the years leading up to the Civil War. Schaff, who attended West Point during this time, offers a firsthand perspective on the daily routines, traditions, and culture of the Academy during a tumultuous period in American history. He also chronicles the experiences of his fellow cadets, including their academic and military training, personal challenges, and relationships with one another. The book provides insight into the values and ideals that shaped the West Point community and helped prepare its graduates for leadership roles in the military and beyond. Overall, The Spirit of Old West Point, 1858-1862 is a fascinating historical document that sheds light on a pivotal period in American history and the role that West Point played in shaping the nation's future.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.