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West Point, New York
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He was the chief engineer of the Panama Canal, overseeing its completion in 1914, a project that revolutionized global maritime trade. Source
The United States Military Academy at West Point is one of the oldest military academies in the world, established in 1802. Source
The campus features a distinct Gothic Revival architecture, which gives it a fortress-like appearance. Source
He served as the acting Quartermaster General of the U.S. Army, managing logistics and supplies. Source
The West Point Museum houses one of the largest collections of military artifacts in the Western Hemisphere. Source
He received the Distinguished Service Medal for his work on the Panama Canal and his service during World War I. Source
