CDT Christopher J. Morgan (USMA '20)
CDT Christopher J. Morgan (USMA '20)
On June 6th, 2019 our brother, CDT Christopher J. Morgan, was taken from us during a summer training accident at West Point, NY. He was 22 years old. Be thou at peace Chris.
For every CDT Christopher Morgan bracelet sold, $10 will be donated to the Christopher ‘CJ’ Morgan Foundation in his memory.
FAITH. FAMILY. DUTY. HONOR. COUNTRY.
The mission of the Christopher “CJ” Morgan Memorial Foundation (CJ Memorial Foundation) is to support and enhance the higher education opportunities for students interested in serving their country within the armed services as well as those involved in student athletics, student leadership roles and community service activities. Guided by the wisdom of the African proverb “It takes a village”, the CJ Morgan Memorial Foundation, in partnership with the West Orange Scholarship Fund, seeks to ensure that no student is deprived of an education due to a shortage of funds or a lack of support buy expanding and enhancing those opportunities.
WEST POINT, N.Y. – 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.
“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,” said Lt. Gen. Darryl A. Williams, 60th Superintendent, U. S. Military Academy. “Our thoughts and prayers are with the Morgan family.”
Morgan, 22, of West Orange, New Jersey, passed away at the scene of the accident. He was a Law and Legal Studies major, and a recruited athlete who was a standout member of the Army Wrestling Team.
“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.”
The Corps of Cadets will hold a vigil to honor Morgan tonight. A memorial ceremony for the West Point community and private funeral service will be held at the academy next week.
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