The U.S. Military Academy at West Point identified the cadet killed in a Thursday military vehicle accident.
“Cadet Christopher J. Morgan, Class of 2020, died due to injuries sustained from a military vehicle accident in the U.S. Military Academy’s training area,” the school said in a press release.
Morgan, 22, of West Orange, New Jersey, was a Law and Legal Studies major and was part of the Army Wrestling Team.
“Cadet Morgan was a valued member of the Corps of Cadets and will be missed by all. The entire community is ensuring that our cadets are being cared for physically, emotionally, and spiritually,” Superintendent Lt. Gen. Darryl A. Williams said. “Our thoughts and prayers are with the Morgan family.”
“We are devastated by the news of Chris’ passing. He was a talented, hardworking, and determined athlete who loved his sport,” said Army West Point Wrestling Coach Kevin Ward. “Chris had an infectious personality with a smile big enough to fill any room, and a heart big enough to love everyone around him. He made everyone around him better and he will be greatly missed.”
Over 20 cadets and active duty soldiers were injured in the crash. The group were going to take part in a land navigation course. Injuries sustained ranged from abrasions to the face to a broken arm.
Morgan graduated from West Orange High School in 2015 completed the six weeks of Cadet Basic Training in 2016. He was also part of the West Orange High School’s Junior Air Force ROTC program.
“I’m interested in Political Science, Foreign Affairs, and Global Economy,” Morgan told TapInto in 2016. “Whether or not I remain in the Army as a career officer, I want to work in Homeland Security.”
