Ready to learn some tragic facts about horses in WW1? During World War I, the estimated number of horses that died is difficult to determine with absolute accuracy. However, it is estimated that around 8 million horses, donkeys and mules perished during the course of the war. Horses, in particular, were heavily utilized in the war for transportation, cavalry charges, and other military operations. Both sides involved in the conflict relied on horses to move troops, supplies, and artillery. They were also used in combat, with cavalry units playing a…
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Suzanne Ashton: BA (Hons) in Marketing Management, Diploma in Equine Studies, B.E.M.A Member. An entrepreneur with over a decade of experience in marketing, publishing, content curation, editing, and media writing. Avid equestrian, riding since the age of 5 and owning horses for over 35 years. Proud mum to humans, dogs, and a horse.