How did Borman manage to secure a nomination to West Point?

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Frank Borman at West Point. (Courtesy photograph) Borman entered West Point on July 1, 1946, with the Class of 1950. It was a difficult year to enter. Many members of the class were older than he, and had seen active service in World War II. Hazing by the upperclassmen was common. Another challenge was learning how to swim.

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Earlier, in 1976, Secretary of the Army Martin Hoffman asked Frank Borman to head a "Blue Ribbon" commission to look into all aspects of the honor code at West Point. Despite tremendous pressure, the Borman Commission created a report that was a testimony to Frank Borman's patience, leadership, and strong determination to produce an ...

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I couldn't find specific details about how Frank Borman secured his nomination to West Point. However, he entered the academy on July 1, 1946, with the Class of 1950. It was a challenging year due to the presence of older classmates who had served in World War II, as well as the common practice of hazing by upperclassmen. Borman's perseverance and dedication to his studies would have been crucial in his successful nomination and acceptance into West Point. For more details about Borman's time and achievements, you can visit the source here.

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