New beginnings as “war horses” return home
Development’s history as World War 1 veterinary clinic and remount base recognised with life-sized sculptures.
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Everest conqueror Ben Fogle lends support to working equines
Renowned adventurer and UN Patron of the Wilderness speaks out in support of working equines.
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Equestrian art breaks new ground: A sand arena
Freelance designer Martin Stockberg steps into the horse world for his latest piece of art.
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Massive war horse memorial unveiled near Ascot Racecourse
£300,000 bronze statue a reminder of the service and sacrifice millions of horses, mules and donkeys made in the First World War.
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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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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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