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From the settling of the country to the surrender at Yorktown - that gave America its independence - to the westward expansion of the country and the rise of great cities, horses have been a vital part of the history of America. Famous people, famous horses, commonplace people, commonplace horses - all have played an integral part in the growth and history of America. In this age of instant communication and men on the moon it may be hard to imagine the importance of the horse throughout American history but, by the time you finish this book, you will find it hard to imagine how we could be where we are today without the horse!…mehr

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From the settling of the country to the surrender at Yorktown - that gave America its independence - to the westward expansion of the country and the rise of great cities, horses have been a vital part of the history of America. Famous people, famous horses, commonplace people, commonplace horses - all have played an integral part in the growth and history of America. In this age of instant communication and men on the moon it may be hard to imagine the importance of the horse throughout American history but, by the time you finish this book, you will find it hard to imagine how we could be where we are today without the horse!
Autorenporträt
Gloria Austin is a world-renowned horse enthusiast and founder of the Equine Heritage Institute, Inc. She is a carriage expert and an award-winning collector and restorer of the Carriage Association of America. She has driven over 17 different horse breeds and holds many championship titles across the globe, including the North American Four-In-Hand and Coaching Champion in Pleasure Driving in the U.S. Gloria's love for horses started at a young age and never stopped. Her passion for horses and the art of carriage driving drove her to create her not-for-profit organization, the Equine Heritage Institute, Inc. Her mission is to educate, celebrate, and preserve the history of the horse and its role in changing lives and shaping our civilizations worldwide. As an accomplished presenter and author, Gloria entertains audiences while teaching them about carriage driving and the history of the horse and its impact on society. To learn more about the Gloria Austin Collection visit www.GloriaAustin.com