2. Horses in the Middle Ages
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Almost all of us have seen them in medieval movies. Shining white stallions, jet black friesians with long flowing manes, and lines of charging steeds. In this episode, Keagan and Keely delve into the world of medieval horses and the pivotal role they played in shaping European society. The image of armored warhorses, galloping into battle, has long been romanticized in films and literature. But what were these horses really like? Were they the bulky draft horses often depicted, or is there more to the story?
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Sources:
- Modern History TV
- European and British museum archives
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