West Point, Census-designated place in Orange County, New York.
Description
West Point is a census-designated place in Orange County, New York, occupying a plateau above the Hudson River. The area includes residential neighborhoods, administrative buildings, and open grounds that form part of the military installation.
History
The settlement began as a military post in 1778 during the Revolutionary War to control river traffic. The site later became home to the Military Academy, which trains officers for the armed forces.
Culture
The United States Military Academy at West Point trains future military officers through rigorous academic programs and leadership development initiatives.
Practical
Access is restricted because of the military nature of the site, but certain areas are open to visitors. Planning ahead and bringing valid identification is recommended.
Did you know?
The installation houses the oldest continuously operating coin museum in the United States. The vaults also store government gold reserves.
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United States Military Academy
372 m
Bear Mountain Bridge
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Michie Stadium
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West Point Cemetery
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United States Military Academy grounds and facilities
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Manitoga
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Kosciuszko's Monument
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Patton Monument
487 m
Washington Monument
408 m
Eisenhower Monument
404 m
Custer Monument
1.1 km
Battle Monument
154 m
Redoubt Four
1.6 km
West Point Jewish Chapel
672 mCragston Dependencies
4.9 km
Garrison Landing Historic District
1.5 kmLusk Reservoir
1 km
Sedgwick Monument
348 m
MacArthur Monument
402 m
West Point Light
362 m
Thayer Monument
357 m
Dade Monument
1 km
Margaret Corbin Monument
1.1 km
West Point Museum
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