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America's Original War Horse

July 18, 2021
A man-eating monster from the underworld is bearing down upon you mercilessly. The drumming of hooves pounds in your ears and you are momentarily blinded by what you believe to be lightning hurled from the horned creature’s red-rimmed eyes. As your corporeal enemy rides this beast toward you, testimonies of former victims hang swinging below...

Famous Horses Who Served in Battle

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May 31, 2021
Memorial Day is a day to remember those who fought for our country. I would first like to thank those who have served! We are grateful for your service.  We must also remember our animal sidekicks who have also served in battle for us today. There have been numerous horses over the years who have...

10 Incredible Photos Of Sergeant Reckless, The Most Decorated War Horse In History

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November 27, 2018
I have a fascination with famous horses in history, and one of my absolute favorite horses is the iconic Sergeant Reckless. She was a symbol of the heroic actions that took place throughout the Korean War, and her impact can be seen in these photos that were taken of her during and after the war....

The Story Of The Famous War Horse Comanche

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October 4, 2018
I have had a fascination lately with researching the stories of famous old war horses! After telling the story of Mare Sergeant Reckless last week, it’s time to travel back further through history. Destination? The Battle of Little Bighorn. While this particular fight is quite infamous, not everyone may know the story of Comanche, a...

The Warrior War Horse

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May 1, 2018
One of the most popular stories I’ve ever written for COWGIRL Magazine was about Mare Sergeant Reckless, an extraordinary horse who served during the Korean War. Another story that needs to be recognized is about a brave horse named Warrior who served during World War 1. “Foaled on the Isle of Wight in 1908, Warrior...

Mare Sergeant Reckless

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February 27, 2018
When most people think of war heroes, they do not think about horses. However, Sergeant Reckless, a small mare of only 13.1 hands, was responsible for saving many lives during the Korean War. What may have seemed like an ordinary mare to some, became the only animal to ever receive an official rank in the...

Friesian Horses: Legacy of A Midnight Colored Mount

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October 10, 2017
Friesian horses, the “Black Pearls” of the equine world are, like all pearls, perfectly at home in the water. Take care when fording rivers or streams atop these luminous steeds or you might just go for an unplanned swim! The Friesians’ affinity for water dates back to the breed’s birthplace in the Frisian Islands, an...

Famous Horses Of The Civil War

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September 17, 2017
There have been many famous war horses in history, from Mare Reckless to Comanche. During the Civil War, multiple horses gained fame due to their smarts, agility, and courage. Let’s take a look at some of the most notable horses from the Civil War. Cincinnati This Thoroughbred stallion proved himself time and time again. Standing...

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