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General Category => General Harness Racing Discussion => Topic started by: Wilderness on December 04, 2011, 10:37:24 AM
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These 1942 issues have certainly provided insight into the severe restrictions and rationing as a result of WW II. I'm not sure if the severity of restrictions lasted through the end of the war, however they were certainly looming in 1942.
from Aug 12, 1942 HH:
Coast Guard Seeks Horsemen and Mounts
Horsemen living near Atlantic or Gulf Coast shore lines are being sought by the Coast Guard for its newly organized mounted beach patrol. Volunteers will be enrolled in the temporary reserve, indoctrinated and instructed in patrol details and operational duties, and provided with arms and uniforms. Men who are interested in this project should write to their district Coast Guard officer.
In cases of horse owners wishing to avail the government of the use of their mounts but not being able to make the patrols themselves, experienced riders will be provided by the Coast Guard. However, the owners must provide harness and saddles.
The particular area to be covered by a mounted beach patrol will be determined by the suitability of the ground for riding and by the accessibility of regular stables. The Coast Guard's program does not include either stabling or veterinary facilities.
When a section of the beat is organized as a beach patrol security, the mounted patrol men will have complete authority and responsibility for that sector. Once a volunteer has donned his uniform for patrol, he will have all the authority of a member of the regular Coast Guard and, likewise, he will be equally responsible for the performance of his patrol.
Volunteers should give full information about themselves and their mounts. They should give their own experience and the periods for which they will be able to volunteer. The Coast Guard appeals especially for the cooperation of experienced horsemen, sportsmen, ex?U. S. Army Reserve Cavalrymen, horsemen who are members of the American Legion, ex