First ever Remembrance service held for fallen war horses
The first ever memorial service held to honour horses who had fallen during the First World War and every other battle since then, took place at the Royal Navy and Royal Marines Riding Stables in Plymouth on Sunday. "Eight million horses and countless mules and donkeys died in the First World War" as "they were used to transport ammunition and supplies", this wasn't just due to shellfire alone but also to the terrible conditions they were forced to live in.
A horse called Rocky wore a garland made of poppies and led a parade of five other horses from the stables where Royal Navy Lieutenants and young members of the RNRM Junior Saddle Club attended.
There was also a minute's silence and wreaths were laid down in the
Being an animal lover, I was very happy to see news like this. I feel as this is the first time I've seen news like this and therefore strongly believe that it should be a more publicised event as well as an annually one.
Since it's the month of remembrance, I think it's important to remember everything from the men and women to the animals, all who helped and fought in the wars and battles; as every single one of them made a difference.
http://metro.co.uk/2016/11/12/first-ever-remembrance-service-held-for-fallen-war-horses-6254514/
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