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Horses Stand Firm Amid Civil War Battle Reenactment
The Battle of Aiken featured disciplined equestrian participants as veterans explain the needs of a suitable war horse. Daniel Murphy of Hendersonville rides a 12 year old Quarter Horse in Union Army scenes while Maj. Christopher Chap notes training, noise tolerance, and gunfire acclimation are essential. Buck the eight year old horse and Sam the Tennessee Walker also illustrate the varied backgrounds and patience required for accurate reenactments.
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Cend
Battle of Aiken
Daniel Murphy
Hendersonville
Battle of
White Pond
Murphy Sai
Murphy
Sam
Maj
Christopher Chap
Buck
Confederat States Army
Bruce Quarles
Laurens