CAPESTANG
History and Heritage Event
Horses in the Middle Ages: Breeding, Training, and Use.
Presented by Frédéric Raynaud (archaeologist, historian).
Between the legacy of Antiquity and the 16th century, equestrian culture flourished, with the rise of stud farms, international trade, the horse itself, and training manuals.
A noble and prized animal, the horse occupied a central place in society, from the world of chivalry to economic activities.