Not even the saltiest sailor nor most hardened Marine can resist the charms of a cat. So popular were cats on ships that they were often considered part of the crew and issued thier own bunks and uniforms. See this fascinating collection of historic photos demonstrating the affection the U.S. sea services have had for cats over the years. Pictured are the crewmen of the USS Texas, circa 1900.
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From the Upcoming ueue, submitted by Treliske.
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From the Upcoming ueue, submitted by Treliske.
I kept thinking, uh, no that's a dog! rofl