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“Others make a point of trying to attain the precision and poise they see in those who have the ability to choose from a great number of horses those with [...] qualities found in only a very small number of horses. This leads to a circumstance in which these imitators of such studied poise mortify the spirit of a noble horse, and remove from it all of the goodness of temperament Nature has given it.”

Quote by Francois Robichon de La Gueriniere

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Francois Robichon de La Gueriniere
Francois Robichon de La Gueriniere

French master rider and riding theorist. Born on May 8, 1688, François Robichon de La Guerinière passed away on July 2, 1751. His contributions to the field of riding have had a profound impact on the history of equestrianism. more

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