History of Horses in the United States and the Triple Crown

Vocabulary flashcards covering the history of horses in the United States, military roles, media appearances, and key facts about the Triple Crown races.

Spanish Conquistadors

Explorers and colonists of the new world in the 1500s whose colonization depended heavily on horses.

1st American Cowboys

Men from Kentucky and Tennessee who moved to Texas, following original Native American cowboys.

Mule

The offspring of a male donkey (jack) and a female horse (mare) that cannot reproduce and was valued in coal mines.

Pleasure Wagon

A horse-drawn vehicle that featured a seat placed on two hickory springs.

One-Horse "Shay"

A carriage with 2 large wheels, a fixed top, and a body hung on leather straps.

1862 Morrill Land Grant Act

Legislation that played a significant role in establishing State and Agriculture Colleges, which created a demand for larger and stronger horses.

Belgian

The most popular breed of horse in the U.S. during the early 1900s.

Purposes of a Cavalry

Four main military objectives: 1) Observing and reporting info on the enemy, 2) Screening movements of own force, 3) Striking suddenly at detected weak points, 4) Exploiting a breakthrough in enemy lines.

24th Cavalry

The unit in the Philippines during World War II that marked the end of horse units in military battle.

Mounted Police

Police who patrol on horseback, employed for crowd control, ceremonial processes, park and wilderness patrols, and search and rescue.

Tom Mix & Tony

First western megastar paired with 'the wonder horse'.

The Lone Ranger & Silver

Famous Western duo known for the catchphrase 'hi ho Silver away!'.

Gene Autry & Champion

Famous pairing known as the 'singing cowboy' and his horse.

Tonto & Scout

Famous television duo featuring a paint horse named Scout.

Roy Rogers & Trigger

Stars of 'The Roy Rogers Show'.

Wilbur Post & Mr. Ed

Famous television duo featuring a talking horse.

Triple Crown

The achievement of winning three historic races for 3-year-old horses in one single season.

Kentucky Derby

Triple Crown race held at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky, measuring 1 and 1/4 miles with the red rose as its official flower.

Preakness Stakes

Triple Crown race held at Pimlico Race Course in Baltimore, Maryland, measuring 1 and 3/14 miles with the black eyed Susan as its official flower.

Belmont Stakes

Triple Crown race held at Belmont Park in Elmont, New York, measuring 1 and 1/2 miles with the white carnation as its official flower.

Sir Barton

The first Triple Crown winner, who won the title in 1919.

Justify

The most recent Triple Crown winner, who achieved the title in 2018.