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St. Thomas Academy's Crack Drill Squad Celebrates 87 Years
It's one of the oldest standing traditions at St. Thomas Academy. The Crack Drill Squad is celebrating its 87th year.
December 11, 2023
MENDOTA HEIGHTS, Minn. — It's one of the oldest standing traditions at St. Thomas Academy. The Crack Drill Squad is celebrating its 87th year.
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Starting in 1937, this brotherhood has been passing on the tradition of performing to the next generation of young men. Part of that tradition includes stomping, slapping and maneuvering around an 8.5 lbs gun.
The squad is constantly made up of 17 students, from sophomores to seniors, and it's completely student-led.
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