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Gennies · 02-21-2009, 08:04 PM

I Googled Marine bulldog names for you and found the first Marine mascot was....At the Marine base at Quantico, Virginia, the Marines obtained a registered English Bulldog, King Bulwark. In a formal ceremony on 14 October 1922, BGen. Smedley D. Butler signed documents enlisting the bulldog, renamed Jiggs, for the "term of life." Pvt. Jiggs then began his official duties in the U.S. Marine Corps.

I couldn't tell you what the current mascot's name is, but thought Jiggs was cute. However, if you go to the Marine's website it might give you more ideas. Names can be very hard, but since you're looking for a sentimental one it will probably just pop out at you. Good luck and please let us know what you decide. Congratulations on you little man and God Bless you and your son for his service to our country. My son just left for Navy boot camp nine days ago, so I understand your fears and concerns for your son very well.

Actually, now that I think about it I believe I've heard some Marine friends call their mascot Smedley. How about that one?

02-21-2009, 08:04 PM	#13
Gennies Donating YT Addict Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Virginia Posts: 2,865	How about I Googled Marine bulldog names for you and found the first Marine mascot was....At the Marine base at Quantico, Virginia, the Marines obtained a registered English Bulldog, King Bulwark. In a formal ceremony on 14 October 1922, BGen. Smedley D. Butler signed documents enlisting the bulldog, renamed Jiggs, for the "term of life." Pvt. Jiggs then began his official duties in the U.S. Marine Corps. I couldn't tell you what the current mascot's name is, but thought Jiggs was cute. However, if you go to the Marine's website it might give you more ideas. Names can be very hard, but since you're looking for a sentimental one it will probably just pop out at you. Good luck and please let us know what you decide. Congratulations on you little man and God Bless you and your son for his service to our country. My son just left for Navy boot camp nine days ago, so I understand your fears and concerns for your son very well. Actually, now that I think about it I believe I've heard some Marine friends call their mascot Smedley. How about that one? __________________ Gennie, mommy to my two loves: Bambi & Bijou Last edited by Gennies; 02-21-2009 at 08:06 PM.