The Blue Devil mascot has been Duke’s beloved mascot for more than 100 years. The name comes from French soldiers during World War I, known as les Diables Bleus, who wore blue uniforms, berets and flowing capes.

The Blue Devil mascot has been Duke’s beloved mascot for more than 100 years. The name comes from French soldiers during World War I, known as les Diables Bleus, who wore blue uniforms, berets and flowing capes.