The Equine Legacy tells the story of equines as American heroes. From east to west, equines played essential roles in the exploration, settlement, and economic prosperity of America, while serving on the battlefield and entertaining citizens across the country. The book also covers how an equine illness nearly brought the country to a standstill; how horses saved so many people from dreaded diseases; how equines paid the ultimate price to rebuild a major city; the men and women who devoted their lives to equine welfare; and how these special animals are still serving our country today.