Kentucky's Saddlebred Heritage (KY) (Images of America)
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| Rating | : | 4.41 (731 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 073854440X |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 128 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2015-01-13 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Falling in love with the breed when daughter Caroline began riding (eventually becoming a national champion), Millard’s interest formed the foundation for this volume in the Images of America series. . Special thanks go to Kim Skipton, curator, and Tolley Graves, director, of the American Saddlebred Museum in Lexington, Kentucky. James Kemper Millard and his wife, Madely
A composite of several breeds, the Saddlebred was developed by 18thcentury colonists who sought a goodlooking, sensible, adaptable, and comfortable animal to ride and drive. In many ways, the breed’s history parallels that of America and unfolds in pictures in Kentucky’s Saddlebred Heritage.. Affectionately known as “peacock of the show ring,” the Saddlebred’s beauty, expression, and athleticism epitomize the essence of a show horse. As the Industrial Revolution replaced the need for working horse power, the Saddlebred evolved naturally into recreational activities. Long associated with fine Thoroughbred horses, Kentucky’s Bluegrass region is also home to America’s oldest indigenous breed: the American Saddlebred horse. These traits made it the mainstay of the Confederate cavalry during the Civil War and the choice mount of many generals on both sides
About the Author James Kemper Millard and his wife, Madelyn, own and breed Saddlebreds on their Lexington, Kentucky, farm. . Special thanks go to Kim Skipton, curator, and Tolley Graves, director, of the American Saddlebred Museum in Lexington, Kentucky. Falling in love with the breed when daughter Caroline began riding (eventually becoming a national champion), Millard’s interest formed the foundation for this volume in the Images of America series
"Has nice pictures, but information is wrong." according to Craftylassy. I enjoyed the photos very much in this book, but took umbrage at the photo of Easter Serenade and having her owner misidentified as Welch Greenwell.It was Temple Stephens in the irons, not Welch.Book was simply written, but as I said the photos were very nice.. Five Stars Incredible writer of poetry. He touches my very soul with his words. Melinda J. Arnold said Five Stars. Love the old photos of Saddlebreds and history notes!