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Edward Feightner Interview
No full textDesignated a Naval Aviator in 1942, Feightner was commissioned Ensign from that date and subsequently progressed in rank to that of Rear Admiral, USN in 1971. During his distinguished career he served in World War II as an Engineering Officer for various squadrons that operated in the Pacific Theater. In subsequent years was a test pilot and a member of the Blue Angels, and had over twenty years of experience in command of squadrons, airwings, ships, training units and major staffs. This interview covers his experiences throughout his career, including his service in WWII and as a test pilot and member of the "Blue Angels.
John Pepper Interview
No full textJohn Pepper served with the Air National Guard as a mechanic prior to the Korean War. During the war he served as an infantryman. This interview covers his years of service
Minutes of the VMI Board of Visitors. March 11, 2005
No full textOfficial minutes of the governing body of the Virginia Military Institut
Institute Report. November 2005
No full textA publication of the VMI Office of Communications and Marketing containing news and events information. Volume XXXIII, Number
Stonewall Jackson statue and Cadet Battery
No full textThis image shows the Stonewall Jackson statue on the VMI Parade Ground, and the Cadet Battery as it looks following its restoration to original colors in 2000. This custom-designed battery was cast at the Cyrus Alger Foundry in Boston and arrived at VMI on June 6, 1848. From 1851 until the beginning of the Civil War, the guns were commanded by Major Thomas J. Jackson (later known as "Stonewall"), VMI's professor of Natural Philosophy and Artillery Tactics. During the war the guns were used by several units, including the famed Rockbridge Artillery under the command of William Pendleton. It was Pendleton, an Episcopal minister, who named the four cannon Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John. The 2000 restoration project included repairing and painting the pieces to return them to the original 1848 specifications. VMI Barracks in background
Cadet Battery as it looked after restoration
No full textThe Cadet Battery as it looks following its restoration to original colors in 2000. This custom-designed battery was cast at the Cyrus Alger Foundry in Boston and arrived at VMI on June 6, 1848. From 1851 until the beginning of the Civil War, the guns were commanded by Major Thomas J. Jackson (later known as "Stonewall), VMI's professor of Natural Philosophy and Artillery Tactics. During the war the guns were used by several units, including the famed Rockbridge Artillery under the command of William Pendleton. It was Pendleton, an Episcopal minister, who named the four cannon Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John. The 2000 restoration project included repairing and painting the pieces to return them to the original 1848 specifications. VMI Barracks and old Lejeune Hall (1966-2006) in backgroun
Matriculation Week, Regimental Staff, Aug. 2005
No full textThe Regimental Staff address new Rats in the Class of 2009 during Matriculation Week, Aug 21, 2005.Additional images relating to this event have been preserved and are available upon request
Robert Peniston Interview
No full textCPT Peniston served ten sea tours in nine ships. He commanded the U.S.S. Savage; the U.S.S. Tattnall; the U.S.S. Albany; was navigator of the Presidential yacht Williamsburg from 1951-52 and served seven shore tours, two in officer distribution, Bureau of Naval Personnel (2 tours) and was Director of Naval Education Development Staff of CNET. This interview covers his time aboard the U.S.S. Savage, Tattnall, New Jersey, Albany and the Presidential Yacht Williamsburg
Minutes of the VMI Board of Visitors. May 5 & 7, 2005
No full textOfficial minutes of the governing body of the Virginia Military Institut
Minutes of the VMI Board of Visitors. August 25 & 27, 2005
No full textOfficial minutes of the governing body of the Virginia Military Institut