Feature Points
- VINTAGE PRINT REPRODUCTION: Historic reproduction of 1914 Mississippi A&M College Photo. Printed on archival-grade paper that maintains vivid color accuracy for over 100 years without fading or discoloration.
- PREMIUM GALLERY PAPER: Heavyweight fine art paper with non-reflective matte finish eliminates glare while delivering museum-grade appearance and lasting durability.
- PROFESSIONALLY RESTORED: Each image is digitally restored by our art specialists to correct age-related deterioration while preserving authentic historical details and character.
- BORDERLESS DESIGN: Artwork prints edge-to-edge for a seamless, gallery-ready appearance. Ships protected in rigid tube packaging to ensure safe delivery and perfect condition upon arrival.
- MADE IN USA: Our multi-step restoration process and quality control ensure each print meets professional standards. Every reproduction is individually inspected before shipping.
Additional Information
Photographed circa 1914 by Charles Foster Montgomery, this sweeping panoramic image titled Regimental Parade, Miss. A & M College captures the cadet corps of Mississippi Agricultural and Mechanical College assembled in formation on their Starkville campus. The composition reveals ranks of uniformed cadets stretching across the parade ground.
Mississippi A&M was founded in 1878 as a land-grant institution under the Morrill Act, which required participating colleges to offer military instruction alongside agricultural and mechanical studies. The cadet corps became a defining feature of campus life, with mandatory training shaping the character and routine of every class.
This photograph dates from the years just before American entry into World War I, when college cadet programs were preparing young men who would soon be called to serve. The institution, now known as Mississippi State University, has maintained its martial traditions for nearly a century and a half.
This impressive photograph stands as a testament to the military traditions of one of Mississippi's oldest public institutions, offering a window into the regimented campus culture of the early twentieth-century South. It appeals to collectors of Mississippi collegiate history, panoramic photography, and American military heritage.
