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West Point Society of Annapolis Celebrates 40th Founders Day
The West Point Society of Annapolis celebrated its 40th annual Founders Day on March 14, 2026, bringing together graduates and guests for an evening of tradition, connection, and shared purpose. The program featured reflections from the oldest and youngest graduates in attendance, a WPAOG update, and remarks highlighting continued ties to West Point through alumni-led…
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Legacy of Spirit
Ahead of the Army–Navy game and as the holiday season approached, West Point cadets gathered with senior graduates at the Fairfax Belvoir Senior Center to celebrate service, tradition, and the enduring bonds of the Long Gray Line.
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Exchange Cadets and Leadership Lessons
In November, the West Point Society of Annapolis (WPSOA) sponsored a dinner for this fall’s exchange cadets from the class of 2027 with special guest speaker LTG (R) Omar J. Jones IV ’92. Thirty guests attended the dinner held in Annapolis, MD, including three members of the 50-year affiliation class of 1977. Following dinner, WPSOA
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West Point Grads Support Cadets at USCGA Affirmation
Six West Point cadets from the Class of 2027 affirm their service commitment at a special ceremony held at the U.S. Coast Guard Academy.
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West Point Grads Support Cadets at USNA Affirmation
Eight Fall Semester Exchange Cadets from USMA Class of 2027 took their Oath of Affirmation at USNA.
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West Point Grads Support Cadets at USAFA Affirmation
Eight Fall Semester Exchange Cadets from the USMA Class of 2027 took their Oath of Affirmation at the U.S. Air Force Academy on August 18 in Polaris Hall.
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West Point Society of Annapolis hosts Exchange Cadets
On 24 August 2025, the West Point Society of Annapolis (WPSOA) hosted its annual Welcome Picnic for the fall exchange cadets in Severna Park, MD. The exchange cadets from the class of 2027 will spend their fall semester at the Naval Academy in Annapolis. Nearly 50 WPSOA members and guests, including three 50-year Affiliation Class
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1LT Griffith ’31 Enshrined at the Patriots Peace Memorial
This Memorial Day, the Patriots Peace Memorial in Louisville, Kentucky, will enshrine 1LT Russell Hunter Griffith ’31, whose life and service reflect a deep family tradition of military dedication and sacrifice.
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West Point Graduates Celebrate Founders Day in Alaska
On March 28, the West Point Society of Alaska—West Point’s most northern society—hosted its annual Founders Day event. Phil Hokenson ’06 served as the host, and COL Gene Palka ’02, the Director of Cadet Activities, was the guest speaker. The event was held at the historic Pioneer Hall in Fairbanks, which dates back to the
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West Point Society of Annapolis Founders Day
The West Point Society of Annapolis brought the Long Gray Line together to grip hands and celebrate Founders Day.
