Equines and the Empire: British war horses revealed
Both “Real War Horses: The Experiences of the British Cavalry, 1814-1914” and “Horses in the British Army, 1750-1950” add value to the critical literatures on cavalry and warhorses.
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Culture
Articles on equestrian culture and the horse in art and history.
Pompeii excavations allows plaster cast to be taken of long-dead horse
The horse was among the many victims of the Mount Vesuvius eruption in 79AD.
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Earliest evidence of bit use found, dating back 4700 years
The authors propose that the wear on the tooth of the equid was made with a soft bit, likely made from rope or wood.
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Mane attraction: Horses eye their big chance for photographic immortality
Photographer Wiebke Haas said she placed highest priority on a great face and “harmonic choreography” of the hair.
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Princess Anne unveils new equine work by Kelpie creator
Similar to The Kelpies, “Canter” forms the centrepiece to the entrance of Edinburgh’s vet school.
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Hall of fame honor for movie stallion Spirit
Movie star and equine ambassador Spirit honored for his contribution to awareness of the plight of the USA’s wild horses.
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“Unbridled” gives equine therapy the Hollywood treatment
Charity film screen over-subscribed as moviegoes flock to see “Unbridled”.
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World’s most elusive Long Rider finally found, riding toward the Arctic Circle
“Life is too short,” Jing Li once told himself, and he started making plans to swing into the saddle.
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New recognition for mighty war horse Reckless
Larger-than-life, 1000-pound statue of Sergeant Reckless to be unveiled at the Kentucky Horse Park.
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#TimesUp in the horse world as safe sport code adopted
“To behave ethically necessitates an awareness of power differentials among all persons involved.”
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Even tufts of hair remained from ancient African horse burial
“It was clear that the horse was an intentional burial, which was super fascinating,” said anthropologist Michele Buzon.
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International charities step in to help improve equine welfare in China
The Donkey Sanctuary and World Horse Welfare join forces in new partnership with the China Horse Industry Association and the Chinese Veterinary Medical Association.
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Queen’s horse show goes retro as Windsor gears up for diamond anniversary
Windsor Show began as a half-day event to raise funds to buy Hurricanes and Spitfires for the Royal Airforce.
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Fell pony pioneer honoured for his dedication to “hardy, tough little pony”
Fell pony breeder honoured with Queen Elizabeth Trophy for his lifetime contribution to the breed.
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A leg up: Equestrian safety net helps out injured, ill horse folks
Equestrian Aid Foundation steps in to help horse people from all disciplines and professions.
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Saving a dying breed: California’s Channel Island horses
Horses had been on the Channel Islands for more than a century, living relics from the time of the conquistadors, evolving to become as unique as the island itself.
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The lost 10,000: German war horses among #EveryHorseRemembered
International charity Brooke aims to raise £10,000 in 10 days to honour the 10,000 heroic war horses who died over 10 days in April 1918 during the German Spring Offensive’s Operation Michael.
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#MyHackathon: Just going for a ride can help horses around the world
With a fundraising target of £100 each rider will be helping a horse like theirs with every 4.5 miles they hack.
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It shouldn’t happen to a vet: Depression and burnout rife in profession – study
“Veterinarians today cope with a demanding occupation that is undergoing changes from increased competition to the declining ability of clients to pay for veterinary care.”
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Equine charity welcomes European vote on animal welfare
The European Parliament approved a Resolution that prevents deregulation in animal welfare post Brexit.
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