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The class of noble warriors known as the Samurai arose
The Samurai left the battlefield and became teachers
Throughout time, people have dressed horses in different ways—sometimes for practical reasons, other times to reflect status or wealth. Explore the styles of horse dress from six world cultures.
American Woman of the Plains Sakha Woman Japanese Samurai
The dragons of East Asian legend have sweeping powers. They breathe clouds, move the seasons, and control the waters of rivers, lakes, and seas.
Helmet, Mask, and Body Armor Worn into battle by Samurai
In many societies around the world, horses are a marvelous luxury. The ability to ride can make even the most ordinary woman or man feel like royalty.
Shaped Horses, How Horses Shaped Us Warfare Samurai
A well-trained horse is a magnificent athlete. Most horses, no matter what breed, can trot for many hours without resting.
Shaped Horses, How Horses Shaped Us Warfare Samurai
Find out how special adaptations to the horse’s legs, digestive system, vision, and hearing give the horse its unique qualities as a partner for humans.
Shaped Horses, How Horses Shaped Us Warfare Samurai
Horses no longer carry soldiers into battle or pull plows and stagecoaches as they once did. But our long relationship with these majestic animals has not ended.
Shaped Horses, How Horses Shaped Us Warfare Samurai
For more than 3,000 years, a warrior on horseback or horse-drawn chariot was the ultimate weapon.
Shaped Horses, How Horses Shaped Us Warfare Samurai
The close relationship between horses and humans has changed us both. People have remade horses, creating dozens of breeds in our efforts to make horses faster, stronger, bigger, or smaller.
Shaped Horses, How Horses Shaped Us Warfare Samurai