Episode 2 of 4
Legislative Authorization
- When
- 1836
- Where
- Lexington, Virginia
The Virginia legislature passed a bill in 1836 authorizing the creation of a school at the Lexington arsenal, signed by the Governor.
After a public relations campaign that included Preston meeting with influential figures, the Virginia legislature passed a bill in 1836 authorizing the creation of a school at the Lexington arsenal. The Governor signed the measure into law, establishing the legal basis for the institution.
Sources
- Virginia Military Institute Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-20
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