02533cam a22003373u 4500 57352 UtSlPG 20260610134324.0 m cr n 260607r2018||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 02021082 UtSlPG en iso639-1 SF Gilbey, Walter, Sir, 1831-1914 The Great Horse; or, The War Horse : from the time of the Roman Invasion till its development into the Shire Horse. Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2018 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2018-06-18 Produced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images available at The Internet Archive) "The Great Horse; or, The War Horse" by Sir Walter Gilbey is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This book delves into the origins and developments of the Shire Horse, tracing its lineage from the ancient Great Horse used during the Roman invasion of Britain. Gilbey presents a comprehensive examination of the horse's evolution over centuries, emphasizing its significance in British history, particularly in warfare and agriculture. The content of the book is structured chronologically, covering various time periods including the Roman invasion, the Medieval era, and the agricultural advancements in the 19th century. Gilbey provides detailed insights into how the Great Horse was prized for its strength and size, which were indispensable for knights in armor and for agricultural labor as society transitioned from reliance on oxen. Through careful research and the inclusion of historical records and illustrations, the text embodies the respect and admiration held for the breed, while marking its development from a warhorse into the modern Shire Horse, vital for farm work. The book serves as a valuable resource for horse enthusiasts and historians alike, capturing the evolution of a breed that has played a significant role in Britain's agricultural and military heritage. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Horses Shire horse Horses -- Great Britain -- History https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/57352 98183 98183