<p>Every single graduating class from West Point, Annapolis or the AF Academy has an anchor (or tail end Charlie at the AFA). Each of these persons are graduates of their respective school.</p>
<p>Eckel is one of these. So was Gen. George Pickett from West Point and many others who have served well and honorably.</p>
<p>Kevinsmom declared that Eckel was “not a credit to the Naval Academy, graduating last in his class”</p>
<p>This comment is both ignorant and insulting to each graduate who was ranked last in his class. Each met the requirements of their school and deserve respect for that achievement.</p>