For thousands of years, Mongolian warriors in the Kyzylkum dessert have utilized a unique and rare horse riding style - the joroo. This method allows for a smoother ride, hence more comfort in long distance traveling and greater accuracy when firing arrows. Don't miss a new episode of Genghis Khan's Mongolia, tonight at 9/8c! | Smithsonian Channel

53K views · 411 reactions | Traded yeehaw for hooah. The history of horses in the U.S. Army Cavalry is rich and storied, dating back to the early days of the nation and continuing through various conflicts until the mechanization of the military in the 20th century. While horses are no longer a primary component of the Army's fighting force, their role in the cavalry's history remains an important part of military tradition and heritage. | U.S. Army Maneuver Center of Excellence | Facebook