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Dexter, the U.S. Navy’s last working horse, is buried in Philly

On July 12, 1968, 400 people, including sailors and officers in dress uniform, attended the funeral with full military honors at the Naval Home for its former four-legged resident.

Naval Square, now a gated condo community, is also home to the burial site of the U.S. Navy's last working horse.
Naval Square, now a gated condo community, is also home to the burial site of the U.S. Navy's last working horse.Read moreFile Photo (custom credit)