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Incitatus

During the reign of the Roman Emperor Caligula (AD 37-41), he is said to have appointed his favorite horse, Incitatus, to the position of Consul, which was one of the highest offices in the Roman Republic. Caligula is also said to have planned to build a palace for Incitatus and to have given the horse… Read More »

WTF Fun Fact 12734 – Man Wins Horse Race

A 37-year-old firefighter proved he’s faster than a horse. Click to read the full fact. The post WTF Fun Fact 12734 – Man Wins Horse Race appeared first on WTF Fun Facts. Source

WTF Fun Fact – Dexter

Dexter, the U.S. Navy’s very last working horse, was stationed in Philadelphia to haul trash, and upon his passing in … Read More & Source The post WTF Fun Fact – Dexter appeared first on WTF Fun Facts. Source

WTF Fun Fact – A “Heart” In Each Horse Hoof

Horses have a “pumping mechanism” in each hoof which helps return blood to the heart. The mechanism is necessary due … Read More & Source The post WTF Fun Fact – A “Heart” In Each Horse Hoof appeared first on WTF Fun Facts. Source

WTF Fun Fact – Funny Polish Encyclopedia Entries

The first Polish encyclopedia (Nowe Ateny), which was published in 1745, included definitions such as “Horse: Everyone knows what a … Read More & Source The post WTF Fun Fact – Funny Polish Encyclopedia Entries appeared first on WTF Fun Facts. Source

WTF Fun Fact – Lady Wonder

Born in 1924, Lady Wonder was a horse many believed was psychic. She made predictions and answered questions for over … Read More & Source The post WTF Fun Fact – Lady Wonder appeared first on WTF Fun Facts. Source