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Located in
the scenic Hudson River valley, only 50 miles from New York
City, the U.S. Military Academy at West Point is a four-year
academic institution and a nationally-renowned historic site.
The undergraduates, known as Cadets, are commissioned as
officers in the US Army upon graduation. You can watch them on
parade or competing as intercollegiate athletes in a wide
range of sporting events. As a military installation, West
Point is a small, self-contained city. The cost of living is
high in this area. The Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) rates
are higher at West Point than in other parts of the country.
However, soldiers assigned to West Point are not eligible for
a Cost of Living Allowance (COLA). The base operator's phone
number is 845-938-4011.
History
West Point's role in our nation's history dates back to the
Revolutionary War, when the strategic importance of the
commanding plateau on the west bank of the Hudson River was
identified. General George Washington considered West Point to
be the most important strategic position in America.
Washington personally selected Thaddeus Kosciuszko, one of the
heroes of Saratoga, to design the fortifications for West
Point in l778, and Washington transferred his headquarters to
West Point in l779. Continental soldiers built forts,
batteries and redoubts, and extended a l50-ton iron chain
across the Hudson to control river traffic. Fortress West
Point was never captured by the British, despite Benedict
Arnold's treason. West Point is the oldest continuously
occupied military post in America.
Mission
The purpose of the United States Military Academy is to
provide the Nation with leaders of character who serve the
common defense. In order to achieve its purpose, the United
States Military Academy educates, trains, and inspires the
Corps of Cadets so that each graduate is a commissioned leader
of character committed to the values of Duty, Honor, Country;
professional growth throughout a career as an officer in the
United States Army; and a lifetime of selfless service to the
nation.
Population Served
The United States Military Academy at West Point graduates
more than 900 new officers annually, which represents
approximately 25 percent of 2nd lieutenants required by the
Army each year. The student body numbers 4,072. In addition to
the Corps of Cadets, West Point is home to 1,324 active duty
soldiers and 2,797 family members. Supporting the mission of
the Academy is a civilian workforce of 3,090 personnel.
Base Transportation
An on-post shuttle bus operates Monday through Friday (duty
hours only) at 30-minute intervals. It only services the
barracks and West Point housing areas.
Sponsorship
All newcomers should have a sponsor from their gaining
unit/department prior to arriving at West Point. If a sponsor
has not been assigned, one may be requested by filling out a
DA Form 5434 at the current unit. A sponsor will be assigned
within three days and the Soldier will receive a welcome
packet with post information and instructions on in-processing
to his/her new unit. A soldier's sponsor may arrange to meet
with him/her upon arrival. If this is not possible, the
sponsor will instruct the soldier to begin in-processing at
the Adjutant General's (AG) office in Building 622, Swift
Road. The AG can be reached at (845) 938-3402. Soldiers may
use the address on their orders or the address of the unit as
a temporary mailing address for mail en route.
Temporary Quarters
During peak transition months, May through September, the wait
for on-post housing can be prolonged. Soldiers who are
awaiting housing on West Point may obtain temporary quarters
at either the Army Lodging Five Star Inn, or in one of the
many local motels/hotels. It is highly recommended that
soldiers wishing to stay at the Five Star Inn call up to 90
days in advance to make reservations. Soldiers can only make
reservations for a 30 day stay at the Five Star Inn. However,
extensions may be possible. Please contact the Five Star Inn
at (845) 938-6816 for more information regarding temporary
housing.
Relocation Assistance
The Relocation Readiness Program at West Point Army Community
Service (ACS), Bldg. 622, is here to assist soldiers and their
families with many different aspects of moving to a new
community. Services available to newcomers are: Welcome
Packets with local and post maps/phone books, a community
fair, information regarding recreational activities on and off
post, newcomer orientations, and tours of the post. We have an
extensive loan closet with kitchen appliances, blow up
mattresses, baby play pens, etc. Please call ACS at (845)
938-5654/3487 for more information. |
MAJOR
UNITS
1st Battalion, 1st Infantry
Phone:845-938-8867 (-8846 after duty hours)
DSN:312-688-8867 (-8846 after duty hours)
FAX:845-938-2097
DSN FAX:312-688-2097
Medical Activity (MEDDAC)
PHONE:845-938-5169
DSN:312-688-5169
FAX:845-938-5164
DSN FAX: 312-688-5164
Dental Activity (DENTAC)
PHONE:845-938-4212
DSN:312-688-4212
FAX:845-938-4302
DSN FAX:312-688-4302
United States Army Information Systems Command
PHONE:845-938-7300
DSN:312-688-7300
FAX:845-938-4870
DSN FAX:312-688-4870
Northeast Veterinary Service Support District
Phone:845-938-3817
DSN:312-688-3817
FAX:845-938-2205
DSN FAX:312-688-2205 |
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