Virginia Military Institute: The Nation's First State Military College
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Welcome to the VMI Archives
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The Virginia Military Institute Archives, located in Preston Library, contain a wealth of 19th and 20th century collections of interest to both scholars and the general public. Our website features easy online access to full-text resources, images, and in-depth information about a wide range of historical topics.

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Newest Resources

Robert E. Lee
Mexican War Maps

Online Exhibit & Guide

Gettysburg Civil War Diary
N. Claiborne Wilson
Class of 1861

FAQ - VMI Coat of Arms, Motto, Seal, and Logo

Featured Collections

The Earliest Cadet Letter
Valentine Saunders, 1839

Rings & Ring Figure
History of a VMI Tradition