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'''West Point''' is a federal military base located near Highland Falls, [[New York]]. It is known for being the location of the [[United States Military Academy]], which is often itself called "West Point." | '''West Point''' is a federal military base located near Highland Falls, [[New York]]. It is known for being the location of the [[United States Military Academy]], which is often itself called "West Point." | ||
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It has been suggested that this article or section be merged with [[::United States Military Academy|United States Military Academy]]. (Discuss)
West Point is a federal military base located near Highland Falls, New York. It is known for being the location of the United States Military Academy, which is often itself called "West Point."
A military presence in this part of the U.S. has a long history; the fortifications were designed in 1778, shortly after American independence, and the academy was chartered by legislation in 1802.