The Curious Tradition of the West Point Goat
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The 'goat' Matthew Mayeaux, the lowest ranked in the graduating class, holds up his diploma, during commencement exercises at the United States Military Academy at West Point.
( Jim Watson/Staff / Getty )
( Jim Watson/Staff / Getty )
Produced by Allie Ferguson