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Goats and other livestock were used for centuries on sailing vessels to provide sailors with a garbage disposal (literally) that would also provide food, milk and butter. There are many legends and historical facts surrounding the establishment of Bill as the Navy's official mascot. Rather than recreate them here, it's easier to click on the links below concerning the famed mascot.

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