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Discipline at West Point: Old Rules, Harsh Penalties Remain
The article notes West Point maintains strict discipline with demerits and penalties dating to early days. Cadets faced harsh penalties for minor luxuries, like extra guard duty or loss of small privileges, reflecting the army’s preference for stringent regulation. It recounts anecdotes of Christmas box thefts and a long-unaddressed unsigned professor’s note.
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