What is wentworth military academy?

Wentworth Military Academy and College was a private military high school and junior college located in Lexington, Missouri. It was founded in 1880 and was one of the oldest military schools in the United States.

The academy offered a structured military-style education combined with traditional academic studies. Students lived on campus and participated in military training, leadership development, and character-building activities.

In addition to its academic and military programs, Wentworth Military Academy also had a strong athletic program, with teams competing in sports such as football, basketball, wrestling, and track and field.

The academy closed its doors in 2017 due to financial difficulties. Many former students and graduates of Wentworth Military Academy have fond memories of their time at the institution and credit it with helping them develop important skills and values.