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The first use of horses in warfare occurred over 5,000 years ago. The earliest evidence of horses ridden in warfare dates from Eurasia between 4000 and 3000 BC. A Sumerian illustration of warfare from 2500 BC depicts some type of equine pulling wagons. By 1600 BC, improved harness and chariot designs made chariot warfare common throughout the Ancient Near East, and the earliest written training manual for war horses was a guide for training chariot horses written about 1350 BC. As formal cavalry tactics replaced the chariot, so did new training methods, and by 360 BC, the Greek cavalry officer Xenophon had written an extensive treatise on horsemanship. The effectiveness of horses in battle was also revolutionized by improvements in technology, including the invention of the saddle, the stirrup, and later, the horse collar.
Many different types and sizes of horse were used in war, depending on the form of warfare. The type used varied with whether the horse was being ridden or driven, and whether they were being used for reconnaissance, cavalry charges, raiding, communication, or supply. Throughout history, mules and donkeys as well as horses played a crucial role in providing support to armies in the field.
This film reflects on the history of horses in battle from 3000BC to the present day, including their role in the French Revolution and notably World War I, the setting for War Horse. Discover more about the art of making theatre with the National Theatre: http://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/discover Bookshop: http://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/bookshop Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/nationaltheatre Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/national.theatre.london iTunes: http://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/itunes TES: http://www.tes.co.uk/nationaltheatre SoundCloud: http://www.soundcloud.com/nationaltheatre
War and Civilization - Episode 3: Horse Warriors (History Documentary) Based on the lifetime's work of leading military historian John Keegan and narrated by Walter Cronkite, this wide-ranging series addresses the question of why men fight wars, and how these wars have formed the world we inhabit. Tracing the history of war and civilization over 3,000 years, the series is shot on location in Mongolia, Japan, Europe and North and South America. This 8-part series takes an in-depth look at the history of warfare. Shot on location around the world, each episode examines various developments in the evolution of armed conflict - from technological breakthroughs to tactical innovations - while simultaneously exploring how and why the major military campaigns of the past 3,000 years were fought....
A short video created by my Daughter to illustrate the tragic sacrifice wrought through the Equine ranks in the Battlefields of World War 1. (She got a Distinction for it!)
The scene from War Horse where Albert go over the top somewhere in the Somme during the Somme offensive of 1918. This is not mine, all of this is from the move "War Horse" directed by Steven Spielberg.
More info and for purchase @ http://www.bfsent.com/item_detail.asp?number=31113 War Horses of WWI is the extraordinary and deeply moving true story of the million British horses who served in World War I. It is told using rare archival materials and testimony, combined with the latest historical research. The story begins with the mass call-up of horses from every farm in Britain and follows their journey through the war. In an era of mechanized trench warfare, it was the hardworking horses hauling guns, ammunition and food to the front line troops who were so essential. When the war ended, only 60,000 horses made it back to Britain and the most famous war horse to return in glory was Warrior. His story, like the million other British horses who served, should never be forgotten.
The first use of "horses in warfare" occurred over 5,000 years ago. The earliest evidence of horses ridden in warfare dates from Eurasia between 4000 and 3000 BC. A Sumerian illustration of warfare from 2500 BC depicts some type of equine pulling wagons. By 1600 BC, improved harness and chariot designs made chariot warfare common throughout the Ancient Near East, and the earliest written training manual for war horses was a guide for training chariot horses written about 1350 BC. As formal cavalry tactics replaced the chariot, so did new training methods, and by 360 BC, the Greek cavalry officer Xenophon had written an extensive treatise on horsemanship. The effectiveness of horses in battle was also revolutionized by improvements in technology, including the invention of the saddle, the s...
5 famous war horses in history. Five historical military horses from around the world. The list: Palomo, Copenhagen, Cincinnati, Comanche, Sergeant Reckless Music used: Kevin MacLeod Top 5 and Top 10 lists. On Listomania you will find bizarre, crazy, funny, weird, strange, fascinating, shocking, scary, unique, worst, horrible and incredible things from all over the world. Subscribe for more interesting and amazing top list videos!
For over 2000 years horses have been used in warfare. Often the first target in battle these horses have changed the history of the world with there role on so many battlefeilds across the world... They died loyally for the pathetic reasons men have made to war eachother.
The incredible story of battlefield hero, Sgt. Reckless, a little horse who saved lives and won hearts during the Korean War. The Horse Show with Rick Lamb Episode 498
Thank You For Watching This Video,Watch More Beautiful Video Please Subscribe Our Chanel. I use Google Advanced Search to collect those images, usage rights: "free to use, share or modify, even commercially" section. Background Sound of this video I collect from YouTube Audio Library which is free to use. Thank you. Source File:http://www.wonderslist.com/10-famous-war-horses-in-history/ 3. Cincinnati Cincinnati Famous War Horses Cincinnati was one of the three famous war horses owned by American Civil war general and later President Ulysses S. Grant. He was the son of Lexington, one of the fastest horses in America that time. A gift to Grant from an admirer during the American Civil War, Cincinnati accompanied the General in a number of campaigns, and was his favourite. Grant is depicted...
Music-Hubbard, Orne/Lyrics-Hubbard
Alter of dawn, bury me in light
Crimson eclipse, blood and body ignite
Lysergic communion, thy cup runneth over
Ascend through the trees as the landscape fades
Disciple of the sun, the red horizon cascades
Burning away the masks meant to hide
Writhing becoming the demon inside
The battel rages for the church of the sun
Victorious, I dethrone the chosen one
Defeated cast the weak to the sea
Perched upon my throne, immortal deity
My kingdom of flames, my servents the stars