> The Royal Welsh and its predecessor units have been adopting goats as their mascots since 1775, each with their own unique story of how they were acquired. At the Battle of Bunker Hill, during the American War of Independence (1775-1783), it is thought that a wild goat came onto the battle field and led the colour party from the field. The Royal Welsh Fusiliers then adopted the goat as their mascot as it brought them good luck.