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Small Horses in Warfare

By Sir Walter Gilbey
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The author surveys historical campaigns and regional equine types to argue that small horses and ponies offer superior hardiness, endurance, and efficiency for mounted light troops. Chapters examine performance of native and imported small horses in conflicts across Crimea, South Africa, the Sudan, Siberia, India, North Africa, Morocco, East Asia, Australia, and North America, and recount notable riding exploits. The work evaluates comparative feeding, climate resilience, and speed, assesses breeding stock and methods, and concludes with recommendations for developing a domestic small-warhorse type suited to future army needs.

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Sir Walter Gilbey

Sir Walter Gilbey was an English author and horse enthusiast, known for his extensive writings on equine history and the development of horse breeds. His notable works include "Horses Past and Present" and "The Great Horse; or, The War Horse," which explore the significance of horses in various historical contexts. Gilbey's contributions to literature reflect his deep passion for horses, as well as his interest in transportation history, as seen in his book "Early Carriages and Roads." Through his detailed research and engaging narratives, he has left a lasting impact on the study of equestrian topics.

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