Fourth Class Cadets were Privates and wore no insignia of rank,
but were "Recognized" after spring break and were eligible to
wear the gold Army Officers' U.S. lapel insignia in place of rank.
Third Class Cadets were Corporals;
Second Class Cadets were Sergeants and Sergeants Major; and
First Class Cadets were Officers.

Cadet Sleeve Insignia Circa the 1960's through 2001