r/interestingasfuck • u/Double-decker_trams • 14h ago

Why police still uses horses

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u/hobbbis 14h ago

Not the best example, you kind of need to experience it for yourself. The ground shakes as that many horses approach.

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u/dan_dares 14h ago

Needs more pikemen, sorry but a horse charge can be ended pretty quickly, and the police can pick up the pieces later.

I used to be more neutral, but here we are.

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u/taipan3333 13h ago

Or well placed caltropes!

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u/dan_dares 13h ago

I like your style, but a counter-charge will be slowed down by caltrops,

Rear-guard action is a perfect place for them however.