West Point Reunion

**Celtic Cyclist** · 6th June 08, 10:02 AM

I recently attended the West Point 65th reunion. At our last dinner, we were entertained by the West Point Pipe Band. Sorry no pictures, but the cadets were very impressive!

A cadet sat at each table to share dinner and of course I peppered our young man (his younger sister is also in the band) with questions about the band and their kilts. He explained that their tartan represents 'the elements of gunpowder'.

**castledangerous** · 6th June 08, 10:58 AM

I used to be in their instructor's band

**Celtic Cyclist** · 6th June 08, 01:32 PM

The band was quite good. I liked their tartan, but I think the USAK US Army is nicer.

**EBlackall** · 6th June 08, 02:26 PM

I was stationed there from '91 to '96. A beautiful place to live and work, but as for the job...

Boring. Not enough action for Law Enforcement there.

**Woodsheal** · 6th June 08, 03:47 PM

Originally Posted by EBlackall

I was stationed there from '91 to '96. A beautiful place to live and work, but as for the job...

Boring. Not enough action for Law Enforcement there.

Really!? Modern cadets must not be like those of past eras...!