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oklahoma military academy. The Oklahoma Military Academy (OMA) supplanted the former Eastern University Preparatory School (EUPS) at Claremore, which had closed in 1917 with Gov. Robert L. Williams's veto of the institution's necessary appropriations.
Feb 7, 2020 · This RSU TV documentary explores the rich history of the Oklahoma Military Academy, RSU’s precursor institution with rare archival footage, and interviews.
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More than 2,500 OMA graduates served in the United States Armed Forces in World War II, the Korean War, and the Vietnam conflict. More than 100 OMA cadets gave their lives for their country. The Oklahoma Military Academy Museum pays tribute to the young men who attended this great institution.
Oklahoma Military Academy was chartered by the Oklahoma legislature in March of 1919. O.M.A. was structured as a six-year program, including a four-year high school and a two-year college program. Initially it was awarded a Junior ROTC program; this was later increased to a senior program.
Oklahoma, known as The Sooner State, is home to various military academies. There are three main universities to choose from for students interested in military schools. Cameron University in Lawton, is home to the George D. Keathley Department of Military Science.
Jun 12, 2016 · The Oklahoma Military Academy (OMA), located in Claremore, was founded in 1919 and closed in 1971. Its alumni association meets annually and will hold this year’s Alumni Reunion on June 10 and 11 at Rogers State University, the former site of OMA at Claremore.
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Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Oklahoma Military Academy (OMA) contains memorabilia, a re-creation of a typical cadet room, photographs, weaponry donated by former cadets and uniform items, as well as trophies and awards won.
