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What does getting a ring at West Point mean?
The cadets of the United States Military Academy first began the practice of wearing class rings in 1835. While at West Point, the ring is worn so that the class crest is worn to the inside and closest to one’s heart. Upon graduation, the ring is worn so that the West Point crest is closest to the heart.
What rank is a West Point cadet?
Upon graduation, you will be commissioned as a Second Lieutenant in the Army. You must serve a minimum of eight years after you graduate in a combination of Active Duty and Reserve Component Service.
How much is a West Point ring worth?
The rings came in various colors and designs from simple to elaborate and varied in price from a low of $300 to a high of $11,000. While some cadets chose to go with glitz and glamour with their ring, for others the design of their ring was all about the sentimental value of the choice they made.
Can I wear jewelry at West Point?
When on any Army installation or other places under Army control, soldiers may not attach, affix, or display objects, articles, jewelry, or ornamentation to or through the skin while they are in uniform, in civilian clothes on duty, or in civilian clothes off duty (this includes earrings for male soldiers).
Why do West Point cadets wear GREY?
To this day, tradition says that West Point cadets wear grey uniforms to honour those who fought in this battle.” Note the British spelling of gray and honor, the Canadian spelling of Chippewa, and the confusing voices of tradition. The cadets purchase these uniforms.
Can you wear earrings at West Point?
Females are authorized to wear prescribed earrings with the service, dress, and mess uniforms, or while on duty in civilian attire. Earrings may be screw-on, clip-on, or post-type earrings, in gold, silver, white pearl, or diamond. When females are off duty, there are no restrictions on the wear of earrings.
What is a green girl at West Point?
cadet bed comforter
Green Girl – Slang for the issued cadet bed comforter.