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While not as well-known as Annapolis, Virginia Military Institute was the first state-supported military school in the nation. Founded in 1839, today’s students receive liberal arts undergraduate degrees while training for service. Many people of note passed through the doors, including famous general Stonewall Jackson, who taught at the school until the Civil War called him away, and alum WWII General George Patton. During the school season, available tours can be scheduled with one of the current cadets and leaves from the VMI Museum. Guests can peruse through the 15,000 artifacts and chronicles at the library.

319 Letcher Avenue, Lexington, VA 24450, Phone: 540-464-7211

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