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...I've never thought of horses as being casualties of war.
ReplyDeleteThe horse statue looks so real life like
ReplyDeleteThey have served us well and we have not always been kind.
ReplyDeleteI love the sculptures and horses! Take care, have a great day! Take care, have a great day!
ReplyDeleteHave you ever seen the movie War Horse. Interesting, brutal, fascinating and sad all at the same time. Horses played a huge role in several wars.
ReplyDeleteI love the idea of a memorial to the animals who lost their lives - we too often forget that our conflicts have much broader implications.
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Great to see these horses memorialized!
ReplyDeleteDear Linda, it's good that the horses are remembered here who can do NOTHING about a war and who don't necessarily want to do sports either...
ReplyDeleteI wish you and everyone you love (humans and animals) a happy, healthy and peaceful New Year 🍄🍀!
All the best, Traude
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It's a beautiful statue and a very touching memorial.
ReplyDeleteOur animals in war memorial pays tribute to them.
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