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by Kristin Berkery Horse and rider in native Turkoman costume, date and photographer unknown This summer marks 52 years since one of the most unusual horses first competed at the Summer Olympics in Rome. Absent, a striking black Akhal Teke stallion with four white socks and a star, introduced the world to a little-known [...]
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by Kristin Berkery The story of the Caspian breed combines the romance of ancient history with the misfortune of modern political unrest. The survival of the breed is a testament to the resilience of the horses and their ardent supporters. Near the ancient Persian (Iranian) capital of Persepolis, home of King Darius the Great, are [...]
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