ROTC at Penn State: A Brief History | PennStater Magazine

ROTC at Penn State: A Brief History

The university's formal Army training programs date back to 1917, with Naval and Air Force training added in the 1940's.

military training illustrations by Nick Sloff '92 A&A

By Robyn Rydzy '95 Com

Illustrations by Nick Sloff '92 A&AJan / Feb 2023

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