The Leavenworth Lamp: Symbol of the Command and General Staff College, Fort Leavenworth, Kansas, Presented 7 May 1956
Abstract
On the occasion of the 75th Anniversary of the founding of the Command and General Staff College, Fort Leavenworth, Kansas, on 7 May 1956, the "Leavenworth Lamp" was officially adopted by the College as the symbol of its distinguished history and renowned role in the military affairs of this Nation. The unveiling ceremony took place at Andrews Hall before a large audience who had gathered to hear the principal address of the day given by the honorable Wilber M. Brucker, Secretary of the Army. This pamphlet presents the story of the search for a College symbol, and the contest that resulted in the choice of the Lamp. It contains the artwork of the top submissions and copies of the orders announcing the contest and the establishment of a College symbol.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jul 31, 1956
- Accession Number
- ADA437995
Entities
Organizations
- United States Army Command and General Staff College