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The Eggnog Riot
- When
- 24–25 December 1826
- Where
- United States Military Academy, West Point, New York
- Part of
- Eggnog Riot at West Point
A riot broke out at West Point on 24–25 December 1826, caused by cadets becoming riotous after consuming whiskey-based eggnog.
Cadets smuggled whiskey to make eggnog for a party in the North Barracks. The resulting disorder involved defiance of officers, a chase with a drawn sword, and property damage including broken windows and stair railings.
Sources
- Eggnog riot Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-08
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