Army Mules - Wikipedia
WEBThe Army Mules are a group of mules which serve as the mascots for the United States Military Academy in West Point, New York. The Army Mule mascot at the 2018 Army–Navy Game.
U. S. Army Mules - American Mule Museum
WEBThese mules packed in rations, ammunition, barbed wire, steel stakes and even transported the wounded under enemy fire. One of the captured mules, the army soon discovered, wore a standard U. S. Brand called a Preston Brand 08K0.
This is how the Army ended up with a mule for a mascot - We …
WEBJan 13, 2023 · Since 1904, they’ve been represented by the cleverly named Bill the Goat. The Army, however, didn’t waiver between selections. They quickly settled on and stuck with the mule, as the animal has a rich history within the military.
How Army’s mascot came to be - We Are The Mighty
WEBDec 10, 2021 · From those humble beginnings in 1899, the Army Mule has served as the official West Point mascot. He fulfilled his duty to the Army with honor by securing a win over Navy. Then, he gave up his uniform and returned to civilian service, hauling ice to help build and grow our country.
US Army Mascot: Mules, Machine Guns and Mischief
WEBMar 29, 2023 · The US Army mascot, in particular, is extremely unique. Instead of picking an elegant or ethereal creature, the service went with a strong, steadfast and reliable mule. Discover how the Army’s mule came to be and why the …
Army West Point - Official Athletics Website
WEBMar 6, 2015 · The choice of the mule as a mascot reflects the long-standing usefulness of this animal in military operations - hauling guns, supplies and ammunition. Strong, hearty and persevering, the mule is an appropriate symbol for the Corps of Cadets. The first Army mule, however, pulled an ice wagon.
West Point's new Army Mule Mascots Ranger III, Stryker assume duties
WEBDec 14, 2011 · Ranger III and Stryker, the two new Army Mule Mascots made their public debut at at the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, N.Y., during a ceremony Dec. 8, 2011, at Michie Stadium.
Mule Riders | United States Military Academy West Point
WEBMule Riders. Mules are a long-standing tradition that serve as the mascots for not only the United States Military Academy, but the U.S. Army. The tradition began as a response by West Point when the Naval Academy adopted the goat as its mascot.
The Army Mule - The Historical Marker Database
WEBApr 23, 2008 · Since 1899 the mule has been the West Point mascot promoting the spirit of the Corps of Cadets. Mules were very important to the Army in the late 1800s through World War I. While not regular cavalry mounts, mules were used extensively to pull supply wagons, caissons, and artillery pieces.
Army Mules - Wikiwand / articles
WEBThe Army Mules are a group of mules which serve as the mascots for the United States Military Academy in West Point, New York.