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'Abergavenny Steeplechase', by Charles Denton, 1853

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The steeplechase developed from the pastime of fox hunting when the riders would test their horse's speed during the chase. Races were initially held cross-country but later special courses were developed with fences, water jumps, etc.

Owner:
The National Library of Wales
Creator:
Unknown
License information:
Reproduced by permission of The National Library of Wales
Copyright Details:
The National Library of Wales 1970
Publisher Ref:
xch00079
Item uploaded:
18/3/2010
Date originally created:
1853
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