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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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Why is the navy mascot a ram?
Actually, the Navy mascot is not a ram it is a goat. According to some, the reasoning as to why the goat became the US Navy mascot, is that ships used to set sail with a variety of livestock in order to provide fresh food for those onboard. Goats, happened to be part of the livestock. In exchange for the garbage, leftovers and undesirable food, the goats would provide sailors with milk and butter.
What is the mascot for the Los Angeles angels?
There is no mascot.
Which MLB team was the first to have a mascot?
Yale University was the first to acquire a mascot. The official mascot was a bulldog and this was established in 1889.
Name of Manchester United mascot is?
the mascot is called fred the red
Who is Seneca Missouris mascot?
Seneca's mascot is an Indian chief? JT
