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U.S. Marine Corps Welcomes Newest Mascot

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Chesty XVI is reporting for duty as the official Marine Corps mascot. He will be taking over for his predecessor, Lance Cpl. Chesty XV.

This is the 16th in the line of English Bulldogs to serve in this capacity since World War I, when Marines first became known as “devil dogs”.

Chesty XVI with Chesty XV
Chesty XVI (Left) and Chesty XV (Right)

In a post written about the retirement, the Defense Visual Information Distribution Service wrote that the English Bulldog is a loyal, tenacious and faithful breed, making it quite the fit as a mascot for the U.S. Marine Corps.

Originally named for Lt. Gen. Lewis “Chesty” Puller – the most decorated Marine in history – this breed has been the Marine mascot since July 1957.

Until Chesty XVI is ready to take over the mantle, Chesty XV will help him along as is the tradition. XV has been serving in this role since 2018, with his predecessor, Chesty XIV, serving as the mascot for five years starting in 2013.

When his training is complete, Chesty XVI will report to the Marine Barracks in Washington, D.C., and is expected to perform in drill ceremonies and parades with the Marine Corps Silent Drill Platoon.

Sgt. Archibald Hummer "Saluting"
Sgt. Archibald Hummer “Saluting”

Our own Brig. General Carol Ann Fausone (ret.) had the opportunity to meet Sgt. Archibald Hummer, the mascot for Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, while attending the graduation ceremony of her nephew in August 2007. The General was ranking officer that day when she gave her Marine nephew, Todd Schuller – Battalion Honor Graduate – his first salute, later having the honor of walking with Sgt. Hummer.

Sadly in 2007, Sgt. Archibald Hummer passed away in his sleep. Fast forward to Parris Island’s newest mascot, Opha Mae, who is breaking barriers as the first female mascot for the camp.

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