Horseback archery in history 👇 Before rifles, before modern warfare — there were horse archers. ⚔️🏹 From the Mongols sweeping across Asia to the Persians, Huns, and Samurai — mastering the bow on horseback was one of the most elite combat skills in history. These warriors could ride at full speed and still land deadly-accurate shots, controlling their horses with just their legs while firing in motion. The famous “Parthian shot” — turning backward while galloping away — became a legendary tact

88K views · 542 reactions | Our Army horses have had the best two month break turned out to grass in the fields of Leicestershire. But now duty calls as we face another busy ceremonial year in London. The horses of the Household Cavalry Mounted Regiment have had to say a fond adieu to the Defence Animal Centre, in Melton Mowbray, horse holiday heaven. Back to work boys and girls! | The Army in London - HQ London District | Facebook