I've been trying to learn more about various military academies, specifically West Point. Can anyone fill me in on what branch of the military is West Point associated with?
Sure, happy to help with that. West Point is formally known as the United States Military Academy (USMA), and it's associated with the United States Army. After graduation, cadets from West Point are commissioned as Officers in the U.S. Army. They commit to serving in the Army for a minimum of five years. This association with the Army distinguishes West Point from other service academies, like the United States Naval Academy (which is associated with the Navy and Marines) and the United States Air Force Academy. Hope that answers your question!
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