Re: Military Mascots [somewhat off-topic]


Duke of URL wrote:
> Arved Sandstrom @ asandstrom@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
>
> > I know the VanDoos have a goat as a regimental mascot, and the USMC
> > have always had bulldogs (at certain times, unfortunate events have
> > occurred), but I am curious as to what other units of any country or
> > branch of service have mascots.
> >
> USN has a goat (I've NO idea why)
> AUS has a mule - this goes back to the day when they used lots of mules to
> haul equipment and ammo.
> USAF has a falcon.
> USCG has a turtle (snicker)
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The official Coast Guard mascot page
(http://www.uscg.mil/hq/g-cp/history/Mascots.html)
seems mostly dogs, some in uniform, but a penguin and seal are also
shown.
http://www.uscg.mil/hq/g-cp/history/Mascots_2.html

I recall the official CG Academy mascot is the Bears. Verification:
http://www.d3swimming.com/listings/teams/viewteam.php?teamid=68

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