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In the aftermath of this incident, significant repercussions rolled out—19 of the most egregious offenders were expelled from the academy. This list of expelled students included future political leaders and military figures, underscoring the tragedy not just as an amusing historical footnote, but a serious disruption of discipline at a prestigious institution.

Ironically, while cadets like Jefferson Davis stirred up the chaos, he avoided any punishment due to his incapacitation before the riot truly erupted. Other notable future figures, such as Robert E. Lee, also remained uninvolved in the drunken antics.