The War Horse In The Modern Era
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The War Horse In The Modern Era
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Author : Ann Hyland
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2009
The War Horse In The Modern Era written by Ann Hyland and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2009 with Cavalry categories.
DESCRIPTIONS ABOUND of military actions in which cavalry have played a major part. Tactics, the names of regiments, the men involved, their arms and uniforms - all these are covered in detail in countless books, films and articles. Yet little is said about the horse, without whom very little would have been achieved in the military sphere, in any era. This may be because, with rare exceptions, military historians are not horsemen or women, and the latter are seldom military historians. Ann Hyland is both of these things. In this latest volume in her acclaimed Warhorse series, she gives a comprehensive account of the horse in war from the beginning of the 17th century to the end of the American Civil War. The modern era saw a period of tremendous transition for the warhorse which began with the change from the accepted, but erroneous, concept of the medieval Great Horse, whose body mass was not always so great, to the better bred, more mobile, speedier animal that evolved from the seventeenth to the nineteenth century. Many changes hinged on four breeds of horse: the Arabian, the Barb, the Andalusian, and the English Thoroughbred.All influenced the cavalry of the era, particularly when crossed onto each country's native mares. Using many eyewitness accounts by those who took part in these and other campaigns, as well as official sources, Ann Hyland gives us a moving picture of the sacrifices demanded of - and made by, with so little complaint - this most noble of creatures. In the midst of dreadful carnage and in often appalling conditions, we catch glimpses of the bond which existed between these horses of war and the men who rode and cared for them. The Warhorse in the Modern Era is a fascinating and readable book which will appeal to both military history buffs and horse lovers alike.
The Warhorse In The Modern Era
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Author : Ann Hyland
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2010
The Warhorse In The Modern Era written by Ann Hyland and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2010 with Crimean War, 1853-1856 categories.
In this last volume in her acclaimed Warhorse series, Ann Hyland draws on primary sources and first-hand accounts to give a comprehensive account of the horse in war from the Boer War to the beginning of the second millennium.
The Warhorse In The Modern Era
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Author : Ann Hyland
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2007
The Warhorse In The Modern Era written by Ann Hyland and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2007 with Crimean War, 1853-1856 categories.
In the final volume of her trilogy, Hyland deals with the emergence of the modern cavalry horse in the 17th century. The book explores the role of the warhorse in the Napoleonic wars, the Crimean War and the First World War, and includes vivid reminiscences and moving firsthand accounts from those who took part in the campaigns.
War Horse
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Author : Louis A. DiMarco
language : en
Publisher: Westholme Pub Llc
Release Date : 2012
War Horse written by Louis A. DiMarco and has been published by Westholme Pub Llc this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012 with History categories.
For more than four thousand years, the horse and rider have been an integral part of warfare. Armed with weapons and accessories ranging from a simple javelin to the hand-held laser designator, the horse and rider have fought from the steppes of central Asia to the plains of North America. Understanding the employment of the military horse is key to understanding the successes and the limitations of military operations and campaigns throughout history. Over the centuries, horses have been used to pull chariots, support armor-laden knights, move scouts rapidly over harsh terrain, and carry waves of tightly formed cavalry. In War Horse: A History of the Military Horse and Rider, Louis A. DiMarco discusses all of the uses of horses in battle, including the Greek, Persian, and Roman cavalry, the medieval knight and his mount, the horse warriors-Huns, Mongols, Arabs, and Cossacks-the mounted formations of Frederick the Great and Napoleon, and mounted unconventional fighters, such as American Indians, the Boers, and partisans during World War II. The book also covers the weapons and forces which were developed to oppose horsemen, including longbowmen, pike armies, cannon, muskets, and machine guns. The development of organizations and tactics are addressed beginning with those of the chariot armies and traced through the evolution of cavalry formations from Alexander the Great to the Red Army of World War II. In addition, the author examines the training and equipping of the rider and details the types of horses used as military mounts at different points in history, the breeding systems that produced those horses, and the techniques used to train and control them. Finally, the book reviews the importance of the horse and rider to battle and military operations throughout history, and concludes with a survey of the current military use of horses. War Horse is a comprehensive look at this oldest and most important aspect of military history, the relationship between human and animal, a weapons system that has been central to warfare longer than any other.
The Great Horse Or The War Horse From The Time Of The Roman Invasion Till Its Development Into The Shire Horse
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Author : Walter Gilbey
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1899
The Great Horse Or The War Horse From The Time Of The Roman Invasion Till Its Development Into The Shire Horse written by Walter Gilbey and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1899 with categories.
The Horse Library Set
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Author : Bill Felber
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2001-09-01
The Horse Library Set written by Bill Felber and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2001-09-01 with categories.
A comprehensive series all about horses, horsemanship, and equestrian sports, The Horse Library takes an inside look at one of the world's most beautiful and useful animals. From The Horse in War to Horse Breeds of the World, the series exposes young readers to the history of the horse, styles of riding and driving, and some of the most exciting horse sports in the world today.
War Horse
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Author : Michael Morpurgo
language : en
Publisher: Scholastic Inc.
Release Date : 2012-02-01
War Horse written by Michael Morpurgo and has been published by Scholastic Inc. this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-02-01 with Juvenile Fiction categories.
An e-book edition of War Horse with movie stills, behind-the-scenes photos, storyboards, and more! In 1914, Joey, a beautiful bay-red foal with a distinctive cross on his nose, is sold to the army and thrust into the midst of the war on the Western Front. With his officer, he charges toward the enemy, witnessing the horror of the battles in France. But even in the desolation of the trenches, Joey's courage touches the soldiers around him and he is able to find warmth and hope. But his heart aches for Albert, the farmer's son he left behind. Will he ever see his true master again?
The Blood Of The Arab
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Author : Albert W. Harris
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2013-10
The Blood Of The Arab written by Albert W. Harris and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-10 with categories.
This is a new release of the original 1941 edition.
The Age Of The Horse
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Author : Susanna Forrest
language : en
Publisher: Open Road + Grove/Atlantic
Release Date : 2017-05-02
The Age Of The Horse written by Susanna Forrest and has been published by Open Road + Grove/Atlantic this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017-05-02 with History categories.
A “superb” account of the enduring connection between humans and horses—“Full of the sort of details that get edited out of more traditional histories” (The Economist). Fifty-six million years ago, the earliest equid walked the earth—and beginning with the first-known horse-keepers of the Copper Age, the horse has played an integral part in human history. It has sustained us as a source of food, an industrial and agricultural machine, a comrade in arms, a symbol of wealth, power, and the wild. Combining fascinating anthropological detail and incisive personal anecdote, equestrian expert Susanna Forrest draws from an immense range of archival documents as well as literature and art to illustrate how our evolution has coincided with that of horses. In paintings and poems (such as Byron’s famous “Mazeppa”), in theater and classical music (including works by Liszt and Tchaikovsky), representations of the horse have changed over centuries, portraying the crucial impact that we’ve had on each other. Forrest combines this history with her own experience in the field, and travels the world to offer a comprehensive look at the horse in our lives today: from Mongolia where she observes the endangered takhi, to a show-horse performance at the Palace of Versailles; from a polo club in Beijing to Arlington, Virginia, where veterans with PTSD are rehabilitated through interaction with horses. “For the horse-addicted, a book can get no better than this . . . original, cerebral and from the heart.” —The Times (London)
War Horse By Michael Morpurgo Book Analysis
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Author : Bright Summaries
language : en
Publisher: BrightSummaries.com
Release Date : 2016-10-20
War Horse By Michael Morpurgo Book Analysis written by Bright Summaries and has been published by BrightSummaries.com this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016-10-20 with Study Aids categories.
Unlock the more straightforward side of War Horse with this concise and insightful summary and analysis! This engaging summary presents an analysis of War Horse by Michael Morpurgo, told through the eyes of Joey, a brave army horse whose vision of World War I from both sides of the trenches is one in which the divisions of conflict disappear, and friendship and trust become fundamental values. Despite being primarily aimed at children, the universal reach of the writing appeals to all generations and has made the book extremely successful, having been adapted as a major motion picture by Steven Spielberg and as a highly popular theatre production in the West End and on Broadway. Morpurgo has written over one hundred books and has received many prestigious awards, including an OBE. Find out everything you need to know about War Horse in a fraction of the time! This in-depth and informative reading guide brings you:A complete plot summaryCharacter studiesKey themes and symbolsQuestions for further reflectionWhy choose BrightSummaries.com?Available in print and digital format, our publications are designed to accompany you in your reading journey. The clear and concise style makes for easy understanding, providing the perfect opportunity to improve your literary knowledge in no time. See the very best of literature in a whole new light with BrightSummaries.com!