Rappahannock Academy & Military Institute

Rappahannock Academy was a military academy founded in 1813 in Caroline County, Virginia. Located on a hill near the Rappahannock River, the site was deemed well situated and brick buildings were constructed. The school's name was changed to Rappahannock Academy and Military Institute (RA&MI) in 1847.

It was preceded by the historic Mount Church (built circa 1750) that was given by the state of Virginia to the school.

William Mahone taught at RA&MI from January 1848 until July 1849. Subjects taught at the school included military science and uniform requirements. The American Civil War (1861 - 1865) disrupted the school's program and drew most of its students into service.

Charles A. Lewis headed the school twice.

The school and its property were sold off in 1873.

Alumni

 * R. L. T. Beale