A respected equestrian champion who once trained horses owned by Queen Elizabeth II has died after suffering catastrophic injuries in a riding accident during a competition in England. Sophie Fouracre, 34, was taking part in an event at Swalcliffe Equestrian Park in Oxfordshire on July 18 when she fell from her mare, Rhubarbsfox Britannia, during the cross-country phase of … [Read more...] about Champion Rider Who Trained Queen Elizabeth’s Horses Dies After Tragic Fall During Competition
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The Diving Horse: A Dangerous and Controversial Stunt Show
In the late 1800s, William “Doc” Carver introduced the world to an act that would become one of the most popular attractions of the time: diving horses. Despite the obvious danger and cruelty to the animals, these shows continued for decades, drawing in crowds who marveled at the spectacle of a horse and rider diving from great heights into a pool of water. Carver, a … [Read more...] about The Diving Horse: A Dangerous and Controversial Stunt Show