Cadet Rebellion: Drunken Christmases Past at West Point
Generated on March 28, 2026
TLDR In 1826, rebellious West Point cadets thrown eggnog amidst chaos and violence due to alcohol ban Christmas Eve. Led by Jefferson Davis, they defied orders for the drink's inclusion in their celebration.
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The episode recounts the wild Christmas Eve events of 1826 at West Point when cadets threw eggnog in a riot.
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Eggnog was thrown by cadets at West Point during Christmas Eve riot in 1826.
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Cadets at West Point threw eggnog in a riotous act on Christmas Eve, 1826.
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In 1826, West Point cadets led by Jefferson Davis rebelled against prohibition policies by smuggling large quantities of alcohol for their Christmas eggnog celebration.
08:37
On Christmas Eve 1826, West Point cadets led by Jefferson Davis rebelled against alcohol prohibition policies for a party that escalated into chaos and violence.
10:46
On Christmas Eve in 1826, West Point cadets led by Jefferson Davis rebelled against alcohol prohibition for a party that escalated into chaos and violence.
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On Christmas Eve in 1826, cadets at West Point led by Jefferson Davis rioted over alcohol prohibition during a party.
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