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There is only one breed of horse native to Albania and it is a country bred type. They are simply called Comune or Common horses. There are obviously other breeds found in the country, but they are international types.
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The Story of Captain, the Horse with the Human Brain – Investigation
Written by George Wharton James, this story is supposed to be at least based on true events. This section discusses the verdict of a veterinarian on Captain’s intelligence.
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North Isis Sugar Mill – Horse Image of the Week
Taken in 1896 at the North Isis Sugar Mill in Apple Tree Creek, Australia, this is a shot of men unloading freshly cut sugar cane to be processed at the mill. The horses standing patiently, presumably waiting to go get their next load.
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Al-Arabi Horse – Breed Spotlight
The Arabian horse breed has existed for so long that many different countries have developed strains which could be considered native. The Al-Arabi is an Arabian bred specifically in Iraq.
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The Story of Captain, the Horse with the Human Brain – Sigsbee
Written by George Wharton James, this story is supposed to be at least based on true events. This section also provides some background and was written by Captain’s owner, W. A. Sigsbee.
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Cheyenne Horse Travois – Horse Image of the Week
An interesting snapshot into the life of a Cheyenne tribesman named Stump Horn and his lovely family, proudly showing off their horse travois. Thought to have been aken at some point between 1871 and 1907.
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Akhal-Teke Horse – Breed Spotlight
Most horse lovers know the distinctly sleek Akhal-Teke profile and signature gleaming coat. They are the greyhounds of the horse world and have a long, distinguished history.
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The Story of Captain, the Horse with the Human Brain – Captain’s Own Story
Written by George Wharton James, this story is supposed to be at least based on true events. This section provides some background on the animal, from Captain’s own perspective. Presumably also written by Mr. James.
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Ore Teams in Arizona – Horse Image of the Week
They aren’t all horses, but this image was too interesting not to share. Taken in Pinal County, Arizona during 1897, where gold, silver and large quantities of copper had been discovered mid-century.
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Ainos Pony – Breed Spotlight
An incredibly rare pony breed, the few remaining Ainos Ponies can only be found on the island of Cephalonia in Greece. Descendants of the Pindos Pony, which are a small, sturdy mountainous breed.
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The Story of Captain, the Horse with the Human Brain – Introduction
Written by George Wharton James, this story is supposed to be at least based on true events. Where there are photographs attached we’ve added them.
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Electric Laundry Co. – Horse Image of the Week
Today’s image comes all the way from Seattle, Washington in 1897. The photo of the Electric Laundry Co. was taken from a height, which gives it an almost modern feel.
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