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The loud and thunderous booms that permeate the confines of Alumni Memorial Field on gameday Saturdays come from Little John, II, the Corps' own cannon. The present cannon used made its first appearance in September 1958, replacing the original Little John, which was retired to the VMI museum after the undefeated football season of 1957. At VMI, the 1,500 member Corps of Cadets is present to support the Keydets for every contest at Alumni Memorial Field - from the opening kickoff to the final gun. Approximately 45 minutes before kickoff on home game Saturdays, the Corps forms in front of barracks for the traditional pre-game marchdown to Alumni Memorial Field.
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Interactive Guide Produced by the VMI Athletic Communications Staff - www.vmikeydets.com |
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