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1940s Colonel Otto Wagner, the first commander of Camp Polk,. This photo showcases the different types of horses who served the Army .
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Fort Polk Horses of Kisatchie

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The true meaning of Sanctuary, a place where animals are brought to live and be protect for the rest of their lives. Black Hills Wild Horse Sanctuary has provided the amazing gift of a lifetime home for 17 Fort Polk Horses that were needlessly evicted by Fort Polk Officials from their homelands in Louisiana’s Kisatchie National Forest, May 2018 Roundup #5 It was a dream come true! Not only was Mrs Susan Watt and the Sanctuary’s Founder, Mr. Dayton O. Hyde, willing to take in all 17 horses, there was a far deeper connection that I could have never imagined. A serendipitous bond that resonates with the soul of all of those who cherish Louisiana’s unique herds of wild horses. A herd rich with history, culture, and biological significance. https://pegasusequine.wordpress.com/2018/11/18/the-story-of-sugarfoot-the-little-bay-mare-from-camp/
A story 73 years in the making of a serendipitous bond that resonates with the soul of all of those who cherish Louisiana’s unique herds of wild horses. A herd rich with history, culture, and biological significance. The story of Sugarfoot, “The Little Bay Mare from Camp Polk”, by Dayton O. Hyde https://pegasusequine.wordpress.com/2018/11/18/the-story-of-sugarfoot-the-little-bay-mare-from-camp/
“In order to place a group of horses within a context of breeds and origins, we usually rely on three aspects. One is the physical type, a second is the history, and a third is DNA analysis.In the case of the Fort Polk horses, the physical type strongly suggests an Iberian origin. In this geographic location this specific physical type is consistent with an origin in older original horses in the area. This area was heavily influenced by Iberian horses in colonial times. The history of isolation fits with this interpretation, especially because this Iberian physical type is relatively easily disrupted by crossbreeding, so that crossbred or mixed horses rarely have this distinctive physical type. The conclusions of the third portion, DNA analysis, are not yet final, but early results put them in a group with other Iberian-based breeds from the Americas. The overall result is that these horses are remnants of some of the early Iberian horses in this area. This type of horse is now quite rare, and has both historic and biologic importance.” – D. Phillip Sponenberg, DVM, PhD, ACT (Honorary) | Professor, Pathology and Genetics |Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine Read more about the preliminary genetic analysis here: https://pegasusequine.wordpress.com/2018/10/04/preliminary-genetic-analysis-reveals-fort-polk-horses-have-strong-spanish-associations-unique-in-remaining-wild-herds/ Sign petition here: https://www.change.org/p/fort-polk-and-louisiana-officials-we-demand-that-you-protect-louisiana-s-wild-horses
The official arrival video of 17 Fort Polk Horses, affectionately known as the "SLPAC 17", arriving at The Black Hills Wild Horse Sanctuary in South Dakota in September 2018. This little herd family has been allowed to remain together. Spared from aggressive handling and/or training methods and the threat of slaughter. Also, they are some of the very few that have been able to remain in their Natural Herd Families, allowed to live out their days together, wild and free. Watch for updates about this herd from BHWH BHWH website: https://www.wildmustangs.com/ BHWH facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wildmustangs/ https://youtu.be/3e3OrWYBI8Y The "SLPAC 17" were part of Round Up # 5 which took place in May 2018, this roundup totaled 37 horses. See more about the events surround this roundup at this link https://pegasusequine.wordpress.com/fort-polk-horses-round-up-tracking/
Can you see the Angel in this photo taken recently at Fort Polk? These gentle herds need all the help they can get. Sadly, this evening we learned another large group of horses has been captured at Fort Polk, Louisiana. Despite Fort Polk Public Affairs Officer saying no round ups this mth... same ole song and dance... Round Up #9 in progress. Total horses removed since Oct 2016 increases to 270+ horses. With reports of less tha 100 remaining in the Drop Zone. Currently what we are witnessing is literally the annihilation of genetically signifcant herds, whose antecedents have ranged on these lands for over a century. It seems the Army will stop at nothing to see them completely destroyed. Once herd numbers drop below 150-200 their long-term viability significantly decreases. It is highly likely herd families will be broken up. Mares and Babies spared. Studs left to a fate of gelding then slaughter. ———————————- In December of 2016, Pegasus Equine Guardian Association, represented by Tulane Environmental Law Clinic, filed a complaint in the Louisiana District Court against the US Army at Fort Polk Louisiana, charging that the Army’s plan to eliminate herds of horses violates the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA). Below are a few excerpts from the complaint, read the entire document here: https://pegasusequine.files.wordpress.com/2018/02/12-14-16-complaint-and-exhibit.pdf --------------------------- “The Kisatchie Horses are herds of undomesticated horses that have lived in the region for generations, and they are a critical component of the cultural history in Western Louisiana. The Army seeks to completely remove the horses from the land under its authority at the Fort Polk Military Installation and Kisatchie National Forest. However, the manner of removal will likely result in the slaughter of many Kisatchie Horses. The Army has not completed the requisite analysis of the impacts of its proposed actions on the horses as a part of the environment or as a historical and culture resource, and has not proposed a range of alternatives that provide significant choices for properly managing the
A Very Special Thank you to Mrs Susan Watt and Black Hills Wild Horse Sanctuary staff photographer, Rianna, for capturing these truly breathtaking photos. Love this little herd ❤️ Please consider donating to Black Hills Wild Horse Sanctuary in the name of these 17 Fort Polk Horses https://www.wildmustangs.com/donate So many amazing people and organizations came together to make this happen and without each one I don’t know where these horses would be. Stacey A and Mr Glen and all the staff at SLPAC, Without you it wouldn’t have been possible. Thank you for your heart and dedication. Dr Cramer and staff at Acadiana Equine Hospital , for getting their vet work in order in the most safe and gentle way possible. Special thank you to Kelli Briscoe took the bull by the horns and filled vials, labeled blood and hair samples like a pro!! All our donors who made this possible on such short notice! I can’t tell you how comforting it is to know I’m not alone here, thank each and every one of you. To all our friends, team members, and followers who are always there to help uplift encourage and share the fight to protect Louisiana’s Wild Horses. A super special Thank You to Mrs Suzanne Roy of American Wild Horse Campaign who has helped us beyond measure. Without her this fight would be impossible. Tulane and Animal Legal Defense Fund, your dedication to these Horses is their life line. Thank You. We are stronger together #TeamHorse Thank You to Mrs Jen Reid at Best Friends Animal Society for working to find these 17 a forever home and covering transport! Mr Clay Gilchriest, our hauler, who did an amazing job keeping both the horses and me calm, Bless you! Thank you Mr Joey Dickey for the referral. Huge Thank You to Black Hills Wild Horse Sanctuary for opening your home to these horses who will now have a chance at a proper life together; WILD & FREE #KeepWildHorsesWild #LouisianaHorse #WildHorses #ChoctawHorse #fortpolkhorses

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