Augusta Military Academy - Recall Yearbook (Fort Defiance, VA)

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Wild, woolly November excites corps Cadets from the deep South and from Latin America rolled, tussled, and froze, but the snows of early and mid-November added to the pace of the year. AMA’s first Talent Show featured imitations by Bob Mitchell, drums by Charlie Hillsman, and songs by Glenn Campbell. When “Miss Joanna Henderson” and “Miss Fredericka Faulkenberry’’ appeared to announce a fashion show, the entire house erupted in a wave of spontaneous enthusiasm. Rain failed to dampen pep rally spirits prior to the annual Thanksgiving game with FMS who stunned the AMA Streaks. Banquet feast on turkey salved the loss at the football banquet on Friday, and visits from parents kept up the pace of frenetic activities. FILLED PLATES and full stomachs result for Willie Ramsey and Mike Brooke. Col. Lucus serves well. FASHION FLAIR-IN features Robina Harris, Joanna Henderson, Fredericka Faulkenberry and their guards. Cadet Life —..23

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STOMPING THROUGH HARRISONBURG becomes an annual honor for cadets of AMA. Distinguished “D” company men, Lee Hall, Tom Pacale, and Ron Ginns sparkle just before snow started. BO-GALOO! Bruce Orenstein does his thing during the Officers’ Informal. Small numbers made the dance ideal for the officers and their dates. FREAK SNOW dampens Bob Mitchell, anticipating his playing first sergeant at Sunday parade. November 10th’s snow rapidly disappeared. Bob played the role. 22 — Cadet Life ©

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Christmas joy permeates atmosphere “Bah, Humbug! Where’s the Christmas spirit?” Charlie Pascale failed to see “E” Company's Christmas tree, the colored , lights encircling Band barracks, or the packages which began to appear. Marching to meals and even drills to Christmas carols, few cadets could fail to react to the joy which began to show everywhere on grounds. Candy canes, pronto pups, more carols, and a stocking of candies for each Lower School cadet were mere trimmings for the bubbling spirit which they exhibited. VFW’s Freedom’s Challenge contest, judged by Lt. Kupcinski, Lt. Lobb, Mrs. Simmons, Capt. and Mrs. McDonald, and Major Edwin Hart was won by Bill McLaughlin. It was the first step to a possible $400 award. DAZZLING LIGHTS brighten Band barracks and keep the members in the proper spirit. Christmas trees, lights, and ribbons made this the spot for fun. GIFTS GALORE! Larry Reed ponders over the number and the size of many, apparently intended for Chuck Chekemain. Eggnog and surprises made him happy. 24 — Cadet Life Christmas Vespers featured the choir in its annual appearance. Scripture readings and a playlet set the scene for Col. Livick’s appeal to the corps for support of the Lynchburg Orphanage. Traditional is the gift from Augusta cadets of a Christmas dinner to the Orphanage. Topping last year was the gift of slightly more than $750. Snow returned to the scene and the hills were alive with the sledding and skiing of the outdoor enthusiasts. Overtime excitement in the opening basketball game soared but the final Columbian Prep score was 72. AMA was two points under. Roger Jensen, Bill Tate, Jay Fulk, Chuck Hearn and Lee Burson formed the nucleus for Coach Gorgrant’s roundball men. Early leave gave cadets 23 days at home. Joy! IT’S NOT DANDRUFF, but the electronic flash makes snowflakes look huge. Glenn Campbell, Leigh Temple, Van Rametta, and John McGraw slip and slide to class. SUNDAY LUNCH sets the stage for John Miller, Mike Picardat, and Richard Hart. It’s the last Sunday before Christmas leave. Anticipation is the rule.