Nevada Appeal at 150: Dec. 31, 1975: Changing times

Model Jane Thacker catches attention at West Point in the overcoat, beret and boots that will be the cold weather full dress for the 80-100 female cadets expected to attend the U.S. Military Academy in 1976. This will be the first class including women at West Point, ending a men-only tradition of 174 years.

Model Jane Thacker catches attention at West Point in the overcoat, beret and boots that will be the cold weather full dress for the 80-100 female cadets expected to attend the U.S. Military Academy in 1976. This will be the first class including women at West Point, ending a men-only tradition of 174 years.

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This continues the Appeal’s review of news stories and headlines during its Sesquicentennial year.

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