Secretary of the Army Robert Stevens speaks at West Point graduation; cadets march and toss hats

The video covers the final parade of cadets at the United States Military Academy, followed by a graduation ceremony where 634 second lieutenants receive their Bachelor of Science degrees. The Secretary of the Army, Robert T. Stevens, delivers a speech addressing the graduates, emphasizing their ongoing contributions to America and ensuring their rights are respected. The ceremony concludes with the distribution of diplomas, marking the 1954 class's entry into West Point history.

What is the significance of the traditional review parade at West Point?

• It is a recruitment event for new cadets.

• It is a sports event for the cadets.

• It is a farewell event for the graduating cadets.

• It marks the beginning of the academic year.

Who delivered the graduation address at the ceremony?

• The Secretary of the Army, Robert T. Stevens

• A renowned military historian

• The Secretary of Defense

• The President of the United States

What was a key theme in Robert T. Stevens' speech?

• The role of the military in international peacekeeping

• The importance of technological advancements in the military

• The history of West Point

• The vital contribution of each graduate to America

What assurance did the Secretary of the Army give to the graduates?

• They will be promoted within a year.

• They will receive financial bonuses during their service.

• They will be deployed overseas immediately.

• Their rights as individuals will be protected.

What marks the entry of the 1954 class into West Point history?

• The completion of their first year

• The receipt of their diplomas

• The awarding of medals

• The start of their military service