DiMarco, a retired U.S. Army Lieutenant Colonel, uses his military background to analyze the horse not just as a mount, but as a critical "weapons system". The book is structured chronologically, covering:
Reviews for the book are generally positive, especially from military historians, though some specialists have noted limitations in specific chapters. War Horse: A History of the Military Horse and ...
The role of horses in the American Civil War, World War II (including the Red Army), and unconventional warfare like the Boer War. DiMarco, a retired U
Detailed sections on horse breeding, physical characteristics of various breeds, and the techniques used to train both rider and animal. Critical Reception The role of horses in the American Civil
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Chariot armies, Alexander the Great, and the rise of the armored knight.