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australian light horse

A tribute to the Light Horsemen of World War I

@JudyEv (382693)

Rockingham, Australia

November 12, 2024 6:20pm CST

The photo shows an installation commemorating the role played by the Australian Light Horse during World War I. Australia sent more than 120,000 horses overseas. Many were what became known as ‘Walers’, the name deriving from New South Wales. These were types rather than breeds. Some had a substantial amount of draught horse in their background and were used for haulage; others had more thoroughbred blood and were used as remounts. Installed in 2013, the horse is a mosaic artwork. Bunbury artist Rocheen Navaro was commissioned to design and create the 2.9 life-size piece.

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@snowy22315 (209239)

• United States

13 Nov 24

I am going to remember this in case I ever get in Jeopardy. (gameshow)

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@JudyEv (382693)

• Rockingham, Australia

13 Nov 24

We've had Jeopardy here but I guess each country has its own version. I've never really watched it.

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@snowy22315 (209239)

• United States

13 Nov 24

@JudyEv I am kind of a trivia buff so it is right up m alley.

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@JudyEv (382693)

• Rockingham, Australia

14 Nov 24

@snowy22315 I'll try to come up with some more!

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@rakski (156994)

• Philippines

13 Nov 24

sounds like a powerful and good tribute to the contributions of the Australian Light Horse and their Walers.

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@rakski (156994)

• Philippines

13 Nov 24

@JudyEv oh that is good

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@JudyEv (382693)

• Rockingham, Australia

13 Nov 24

A lot of horses were bred as mounts for the Indian army too.

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@Marilynda1225 (91201)

• United States

13 Nov 24

That a very interesting bit of history you shared and certainly a beautiful mosaic piece of art.

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@Marilynda1225 (91201)

• United States

14 Nov 24

@JudyEv that's one of the things I enjoy about myLot. Seeing and learning about things I would never see in person.

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@JudyEv (382693)

• Rockingham, Australia

15 Nov 24

@Marilynda1225 I like that I feel in touch with 'ordinary' people from different countries. I'm sure I have more tolerance for differences now.

@JudyEv (382693)

• Rockingham, Australia

14 Nov 24

The horse is in the main street so most who drive through would see it.

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@noni1959 (13067)

• United States

13 Nov 24

The design is stunning. Very interesting story. I didn't know horses were sent over by Australia.

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@JudyEv (382693)

• Rockingham, Australia

13 Nov 24

I know in England horses were commandeered by the army, like it or not. In Australia, some soldiers took their own horses but other horses were supplied.

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@freelancermariagrace (29342)

• Philippines

13 Nov 24

Thank you for sharing the interesting story. And, the mosaic artwork looks beautiful.

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@JudyEv (382693)

• Rockingham, Australia

14 Nov 24

These people are very clever to make something so good-looking from scraps of china.

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@Beestring (15372)

• Hong Kong

13 Nov 24

Interesting story. I didn't know that horses from Australia were sent to army to help.

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@JudyEv (382693)

• Rockingham, Australia

14 Nov 24

Yes, there were thousands sent overseas.

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@rsa101 (41117)

• Philippines

14 Nov 24

This is a really well-done piece of art, and I think it is good that you honored them because such a unit does not exist in the military anymore; they are only used for special events and not in combat. Thanks for the nice facts about "Walers," too. I guess that word is not as popular anymore.

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@rsa101 (41117)

• Philippines

18 Nov 24

@JudyEv, since they are a significant aspect of history that everyone should be aware of, it is good that you remember them and appreciate the things from the past.

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@JudyEv (382693)

• Rockingham, Australia

14 Nov 24

What you say is correct. They are only seen on ceremonial occasions. There are still people who breed Walers and honour their memory.

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@luisadannointed (11886)

• Philippines

13 Nov 24

I think its a good thing to do. It means they are not forgotten and they works and sacrifices are being appreciated until today.

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@JudyEv (382693)

• Rockingham, Australia

14 Nov 24

It's a good reminder of another part of the war.

@jstory07 (148798)

• Roseburg, Oregon

13 Nov 24

That was something that I did not know about the horses. Nice mosaic art of the horse.

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@JudyEv (382693)

• Rockingham, Australia

14 Nov 24

I'm glad you like the mosaic. Most people who drive through town would see it.

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@RasmaSandra (98156)

• Daytona Beach, Florida

13 Nov 24

Interesting and that is beautiful artwork,

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@JudyEv (382693)

• Rockingham, Australia

14 Nov 24

It certainly looks very professional. Mosaic work can be very attractive.

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@just4him (323168)

• Green Bay, Wisconsin

13 Nov 24

It's a beautiful mosaic. Good to know about the horses sent to World War I.

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@Ronrybs (21492)

• London, England

13 Nov 24

A nice piece of art, I like it when some movement is incorporated.

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@JudyEv (382693)

• Rockingham, Australia

14 Nov 24

They've done a good job with this. It looks good.

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@LindaOHio (222986)

• United States

14 Nov 24

I always think about the misery the horses must have endured.

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@JudyEv (382693)

• Rockingham, Australia

14 Nov 24

They had a terrible time of it. On the day we were told the story of the 'Blue Cross' which recognises the part played by creatures during wartime.

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@RevivedWarrior (3853)

• India

13 Nov 24

Looks like these horses were very powerful. So they have had a role in ensuring the victory in World War 1. I knew Australian forces has gone overseas for the war but was not aware of horses being sent. That too 120000! was not aware of this interesting historical fact .Interesting today I was reading about World War 1 and also about Ottoman Empire. I am aware of Australian Imperial force and their contribution in the war. . I would need to understand more on this mosaic artwork and artist Rocheen Navaro. This is a very informative post. Thanks once again!

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@JudyEv (382693)

• Rockingham, Australia

14 Nov 24

You're welcome. I'm glad you enjoyed learning a little bit about our part in the war.

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