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Curious...if Robert E Lee graduated 2nd in his class at West Point in 1829, who graduated first?
Hi, Janet, it's good to hear from you. Thanks for your interest in West Point. I apologize for the delayed response as I have been traveling extensively.
Charles Mason graduated first in the Class of 1829. Robert E Lee graduated second, as you know. The follow-up question often asked is, "Was Lee a close second?" The answer is, NO. It wasn't close.
Thanks for the question.
Best Regards,
Bill Taylor
Gambrills, MD
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