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DEATH OF THE DAY
Cadet killed in West Point accident identified
By: Kyle Rempfer
(PIC) Cadet Christopher J. Morgan, Class of 2020, died June 6 due to injuries sustained from a military vehicle accident at the U.S. Military Academy’s training area. (West Point)
The Army has identified the West Point cadet who was killed in a vehicle roll-over accident Thursday.
Cadet Christopher J. Morgan, a member of the Class of 2020, died from his injuries after a vehicle rolled over on its way to field exercises at the U.S. Military Academy’s training area.
Morgan died at the scene of the accident. Two soldiers and 19 other cadets were also injured in the rollover of the M1085 medium tactical vehicle long wheelbase cargo truck.
“Cadet Morgan was a valued member of the Corps of Cadets and will be missed by all. The entire community is ensuring that our cadets are being cared for physically, emotionally, and spiritually,” Lt. Gen. Darryl A. Williams, West Point superintendent, said in a press release Friday. “Our thoughts and prayers are with the Morgan family.”
Morgan, 22, was from West Orange, New Jersey. He was majoring in Law and Legal Studies, and he was a recruited athlete who was on the Army Wrestling Team.
“We are devastated by the news of Chris’ passing. He was a talented, hardworking, and determined athlete who loved his sport,” Army West Point Wrestling Coach Kevin Ward said in the release.
“Chris had an infectious personality with a smile big enough to fill any room, and a heart big enough to love everyone around him. He made everyone around him better and he will be greatly missed," Ward added.
The Corps of Cadets will hold a vigil to honor Morgan on Friday evening, officials said.
A memorial ceremony for the West Point community and private funeral service will be held at the academy next week.
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About Kyle Rempfer
Kyle Rempfer is a staff reporter for Military Times. He trained and served as an Air Force special tactics operator from 2010 to 2015. Kyle's reporting focuses on the unified combatant commands.
Cadet killed in West Point accident identified
By: Kyle Rempfer
(PIC) Cadet Christopher J. Morgan, Class of 2020, died June 6 due to injuries sustained from a military vehicle accident at the U.S. Military Academy’s training area. (West Point)
The Army has identified the West Point cadet who was killed in a vehicle roll-over accident Thursday.
Cadet Christopher J. Morgan, a member of the Class of 2020, died from his injuries after a vehicle rolled over on its way to field exercises at the U.S. Military Academy’s training area.
Morgan died at the scene of the accident. Two soldiers and 19 other cadets were also injured in the rollover of the M1085 medium tactical vehicle long wheelbase cargo truck.
“Cadet Morgan was a valued member of the Corps of Cadets and will be missed by all. The entire community is ensuring that our cadets are being cared for physically, emotionally, and spiritually,” Lt. Gen. Darryl A. Williams, West Point superintendent, said in a press release Friday. “Our thoughts and prayers are with the Morgan family.”
Morgan, 22, was from West Orange, New Jersey. He was majoring in Law and Legal Studies, and he was a recruited athlete who was on the Army Wrestling Team.
“We are devastated by the news of Chris’ passing. He was a talented, hardworking, and determined athlete who loved his sport,” Army West Point Wrestling Coach Kevin Ward said in the release.
“Chris had an infectious personality with a smile big enough to fill any room, and a heart big enough to love everyone around him. He made everyone around him better and he will be greatly missed," Ward added.
The Corps of Cadets will hold a vigil to honor Morgan on Friday evening, officials said.
A memorial ceremony for the West Point community and private funeral service will be held at the academy next week.
About this sAuthor
About Kyle Rempfer
Kyle Rempfer is a staff reporter for Military Times. He trained and served as an Air Force special tactics operator from 2010 to 2015. Kyle's reporting focuses on the unified combatant commands.
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Cadet Christopher J. Morgan: you were way too young to die. You are remembered so very fondly and lovingly, Sir. SFC Joe S. Davis Jr., MSM, DSL
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