Phillips Exeter Academy

Exeter Salutes

Honoring Exonians’
service and sacrifice

Exeter has a rich history of military service. More than 700 current Exeter alumni have served or are serving in the U.S. armed forces or the military of their home country. Scores more died in combat or in active service to the country. More than two dozen Exeter graduates since 2002 have gained appointment to a U.S. military academy; and many current employees of the Academy are veterans of one of the five service branches.

Exeter Salutes is the Academy’s way to honor and celebrate that service. Each November, the institution gathers to hear from Exonians who have served or are serving in the armed services and to learn how much the Exeter-ingrained spirit of non sibi has molded their sense of responsibility and self-sacrifice.

Recognizing active duty and veteran members of the community

The Exeter Salutes event celebrated members of the Exeter community who have served or are currently serving in the armed forces of the United States.

Panel speaker holds microphone.

Scenes from Exeter Salutes 2024

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Personal Stories

Opportunities the military service provided.

Young Alumni Panel

Meet a panel of alumni currently in the early stages of their military career or military academy.

Lessons Learned

What I learned at Exeter and how the military enhanced those life skills.

Assembly

Caleb Hoffman Johnson ’09 gives a capitative assembly address.

Caleb Hoffman stands at podium on Assembly Hall stage.

Exeter Stories: At your service

The former fighter pilot is still flying high as a test pilot for Boeing.

Jean-Paul Christophe '00 helps Exeter honor its veterans.

Retired Army Gen. Charles Luckey '73 delivers good news to Exeter Salutes assembly.