The various ways in which the horse still plays an active part in British life. Dray horses, horses on the farm, thoroughbreds and ponies for sport, and many others. The ceremonial horse being trained for the intricate pattern of ancient customs and great occasions which are part of Britain’s tradition. Commentary by James McKechnie.
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Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
321408
Language
English
Subject categories
Animals & Wildlife → Horse riding
Animals & Wildlife → Horse sports
Animals & Wildlife → Horses - Training
Animals & Wildlife → Thoroughbred horses
Animals & Wildlife → Working animals
Documentary → Documentary films - Great Britain
Education, Instruction, Teaching & Schools → Horses - Training
Educational & Instructional → Educational films
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Black and White
Holdings
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)
16mm film; Preservation Print (Section 5)
16mm film; Limited Access Print (Section 2)