There was a female horse used I believe in the Korean War, and was tasked to carry injured soldiers from battle to medical tents for help, and to carry ammunition out to soldiers in battle. During battle her handler was shot and killed, and instead of standing there clueless without any direction, she just continued going to fallen soldiers, waiting for someone to put them on her back, so she could take them to medical, all with no handler, all while BEING SHOT by bullets, she just kept doing her job loyally. She was honored afterwards and moved back to the US to retire. They told us that story at the Horse and Cavalry Museum we have here. She even held official rank in the US military.

@fallbrkgrl

Жыл бұрын

What an amazing story! Thank you for sharing it.

@sophiaschommer7337

Жыл бұрын

Her name was Sergeant Reckless. The story is insane. She was decorated (including 2 purple hearts and like 7 other medals) and held an official rank. She served in many battles in the Korean War. At first her job was to carry heavy ammunition up rice patties to get the heavy ammunition to the "reckless" gun(where she got her name). She was trained to carry 9, 24 lb shells to the gun. She was also trained to lie down when under fire, to avoid barbed wire, and to run for cover. She was nicknamed Sergeant Reckless (at first it was just a nickname, but she was actually promoted to a real Sergeant by the marine commandar later because he was so impressed by her abilties in battles). Her fellow marines took the rank so serious that they threatened to take it to the court martial for disrespecting her rank. Over time her role became far more than just carrying ammunition. She would carry medical supplies to dangerous outposts and carry wounded soldiers to safety. She was also trained to lay communication wire down (the marines said she could lay more wire down than a dozen marines could). She was also trained to shield marnies from fire. (In turn they would put their protective jacket on her in attempt to shield her). She also was just a huge moral support to the marines. She was their comapnion and they took better care of her then themselves. In the Battle of Outpost Vegas (one of the most horrific battles of the war) in just one single day of fighting, she made over 50 round trips up rice patties and steep mountain cliffs. At first she made these trips with a marine leading her, but the casualties grew so great that they couldn't spare any extra hands. She made most of the trips by herself and would stop to pick up the wounded on the way. She was wounded twice and still continued to make trips by herself. It was not uncommon of her to make trips 30 miles or more by herself while carrying wounded. It is unknown how many lives she saved, but it was alot. She survived the Korean War and it was petitioned to ship her to the US to live out her retirement. Eventually she was shipped to the US where 1700 marines marched by her and gave her a 19 gun salute to honor her. She lived on an army base in Califonia until her death in 1968. The marines later erected a statue of her and she was one of the members of Life Magazines 100 all time heroes. Unfortunately her story has been forgotten over time. They should really make a movie about it. The closest story I can compare it to is "Hacksaw Ridge" but with a horse instead of a man.

@-desertpackrat

Жыл бұрын

@@sophiaschommer7337 they really should, it would be a great movie and spread the story because not a lot of people have heard of her! I was told this story from a guide at our local Horse Museum, it's dedicated to horse and cavalry history.

@sixmercer2504

Жыл бұрын

I love this story!!!

@sophiaschommer7337

Жыл бұрын

@@-desertpackrat yes I have been thinking they should make a movie on it for a few years now. I think if done right it could actually be a blockbuster as the story is just amazing. Another interesting story about a horse called Jim Key. He is believed to have been the smartest horse in history and the story is kind of emotional. It also has to do with interesting history (with slavery, the Civil War, the late 19th century). That could also make a good movie.

Reminds me of my Susie we went out for a little ride I was bareback the weather was getting bad in the open pasture lightning struck it scared her she jumped I fell and couldn't get up. Susie literally laid down next to me and waited until my father realized something was up and came looking for us. It took a minute to recuperate silly Susie came to my window everyday to say hello she couldn't wait for me to come back out and play. Now don't get me wrong I'm a dog girl too I got my babies but there's nothing like the love of a horse.

@JustTheJesters

Жыл бұрын

Now THAT seems more like certain love! Horses will always attempt to get home if they know how. So the fact she laid with you is a very sweet thing! Horses can also be trained to stand where they are left upon dismount (but that takes training, unlike “going home” which is more instinct based), so you have yourself a very good horse! But you don’t need me saying it! ❤ Ps I am not saying that this horse does not care for her, it’s just, to a horse person, this video story is not amazing. Still absolutely happy huck knew how to get home though and still sought out human contact which made the husband see huck was all tacked up, loose, and no wife! Shew 😢 either way he helped save her life after the incident!

@lifesabeachnyc8568

Жыл бұрын

What a beautiful story!! I’m glad you shared it and especially glad that you and Susie were both OK. Blessings and Happy Holidays!!!! 🐎 ❤️

@FairyChild_For_Freedom-Justice

Жыл бұрын

@@JustTheJesters yes my very first horse Buck of all things to call him was trained to do that my sister and I used to Buddy ride I was in the back and always fell off I wasn't even on the ground yet and buck had already stopped LOL thank God I just wish she was a lot shorter my butt was hurting a lot LOL

@bellaapple2166

Жыл бұрын

Horses are so dangerous. If anything scared them they'll trample right over you like you never existed. They have no awareness for human safety. When they get scared they throw you right off. They kick people. I just think people that get close to them are brave.

@christins.1481

Жыл бұрын

I fell off my horse bareback because a cow spooked the both of us. Neighbor always has new field ornaments in his front pasture that we were walking by, seen a new ornament, walking by and one of them isn't an ornament but a cow that was sleeping. We had spooked the cow, it jumped up suddenly, scaring the crud out of me and my horse bolted sideways. I lose balance instantly but still hung on and had to let go. I landed on my right side, everything turned white and felt myself rolling over onto my back and then my right side. I came to my senses later and rolled back over to my horse standing right over me but her nose was right on my face wondering why in the heck I'm laying on the ground. I was thinking she was gonna run off because she was really spooked. Last I saw her she was still running sideways.

This lady described horses perfectly: a 1,500 pound toddler. I grew up on a horse farm, and still own horses, and they are very sweet and childish, and they have an excellent sense of your emotions. When my mother died they wouldn’t leave me alone, they kept trying to get into the house, and they would stare at me through the windows. My mother didn’t live with me, and they hadn’t seen her in weeks, but they somehow knew I was upset even though they never saw me crying.

I am so sorry that happened, Lauren. Wishing you a full and complete recovery. My beloved dog ran into my leg and it has been a surprisingly challenging road to recovery. He felt so bad, and was depressed for days.

@tobyk.7703

Жыл бұрын

Even the slightest of injuries or simplest of surgeries can be really rough to recover from. Even if you make a full recovery, it can take a lot more than anybody expected. I also wish YOU a full and complete recovery, and happy holidays! It shows how much you and your pup care about each other that he felt so strongly, and that you noticed his feelings.

@aandjintucsonazusa9490

Жыл бұрын

I'm wishing you a full recovery so that you and your baby can feel better together. Happy Holidays.

@MainStreamRegimeDemocrats

Жыл бұрын

@Ga Mtn Girl How big is your dog ??

@Gooner184

Жыл бұрын

How brittle are your legs?

@MainStreamRegimeDemocrats

Жыл бұрын

@@tilagica Oh wow!! Yeah especially when you're totally limp and not expecting contact it takes very little weight to tear the tendons. I have had a torn ACL for 9 years now

Your story made me cry I was praying you wouldn’t sell him after he saved your life what a wonderful story I’m so happy you kept him thank you for sharing

@kanthony65

Жыл бұрын

It's a cute story, but all the horse did was run home. They know where they live, and once you're off of them running home is the first thing on their mind...

Mam you did not blame the horse Gave him credit Good heart you have God bless your family Regards

Animals with a sense of humor are the best. This horse reminds me of a horse I met at riding lessons as a kid. He was a big Bay named Rex. He loved to plunk a hoof on my booted foot. He would only lift his foot off when I politely asked. He liked to flatten my coat buttons with his teeth being careful not to nip me or take the button off and he would lift his upper lip like he was laughing at the joke. I’m very short and Rex showed understanding as I struggled to get on as even with the stirrups all the way down it was still a long way up. Rex would stand perfectly still for me. With other people he would keep moving. He’d walk ahead or turn in circles making other people struggle. But for me Rex knew I needed no movement. After the lesson I’d pat him on the neck telling him he was so good and he’d gently bump me with his nose as if the say you’re welcome. He’s long gone no doubt having met him in the early 70’s. He sure loved flattening my coat buttons but never nipped me by accident. Your horse reminds me so much of Rex. He had personality!

@blueheelerfriend8450

Жыл бұрын

☺👍

@lisanidog8178

Жыл бұрын

@@blueheelerfriend8450 😁

@laughingdogx8070

Жыл бұрын

@@lisanidog8178 would have loved to met Rex. Sounds like a lovely horse to be friends with. Hope he had a very good life

@lisanidog8178

Жыл бұрын

@@laughingdogx8070 he was a great horse. I hope he had a very good life too. There was another who was interesting but he was a pony. His real name was Lucifer but they called him Fang which I never understood. He wasn’t the prettiest. And he was nice despite his names. I was made to stop riding him because they wanted me to learn how to handle others and that’s when I met Rex.

@SeattleRaindrop206

Жыл бұрын

Here’s to Rex and your memories! ❤🥂

I would get him used to doggies barking with lots of ground work, walking him on lead, on the other side of the road, and get closer to the dogs as you see him gaining confidence. You could even play dogs barking on your phone. What a sweetie for running back home to your husband and glad you are recovering well and love your horse so much.

@Sassyglbeauty

Жыл бұрын

I was just thinking the same thing!

Sorry about your accident but so thankful Huck was there to get help. As horse people know, once they bond with you they will take care of you. I had a horse, big quarter horse, when I was around 5 years old. We were at a rodeo in a small town and I was sitting on him just outside of the arena. A man walked up (not a stranger, someone my dad knew) and I remember him saying "hey little lady where's your." He only got that far when my horse turned his big old head around, took the man's arm in his mouth and pulled him back away from me. No one, and I mean no one got near me when I was on that horse. Huck knew to take care of you too. Such a beautiful thing to do.

What a very very good boy. I used to do competitive show jumping and I had a gorgeous 18 hand Hanoverian beauty named Moose who was scared of his own shadow! We were going over a jump and he refused and I got tangled up in the reigns and fell off of him and he ended up hurting himself because he didn't want to trample me. I couldn't believe it. It could have been a devastatingly bad accident, but Moose sacrificed his own safety and health to not step on me. Rest easy Moose, you'll always be my angel.

@jennyrules2694

Жыл бұрын

18 hands wow the biggest I've ever owned is 17 hands I had to use a ladder to get on him I could only imagine the hight you would have fallen from I've had that happen asweill being tangled up with the resigns once barrel racing was taking a sharp turn and my horse slid further to the ground then the reigns got tangled around his knee I came off crashing to the ground but lucky we were both ok but it took a while for the conferdence to return

You saved his life, in turned he saved yours.

Huckleberry is definetly a goofy horse. I'm sorry about your accident. He did do the right thing. He's beautiful. Happy Christmas to you and your family and Huckleberry.

Animals need love too, especially animals that have suffered from abuse and neglect!

Horses are so sweet, even when they do something by mistake. I've had random horses play with me as a kid and even someone's horse watch over me as I took a nap in a wheelbarrow in a pasture at my mom's friend's party haha. She had the cutest little foal with her too. Horses are amazing. I so wish I could have one with me.

I am terrified of horses, but Huckleberry is absolutely gorgeous ❤

@candicecart9786

Жыл бұрын

@jenell horses are easy. They let you know how they feel with various signals and make u earn their trust. I love horses. I grew up with them. They’re just like humans- they all have different personalities. They can also sense how you feel and they feed off your energy. The ones that are loved and cared for are very gentle while ones that have been abused by humans have issues. Honestly there’s nothing to be afraid of with these gentle giants (except maybe the occasional foot or 2 if u don’t pay attention to your feet in relation to theirs or not being aware of where you are in relation to them if they shift their weight). I have ridden horses since I was literally a baby (ofc an adult held me while riding when I was a baby, but by 3 I was up riding on my own... when I was 9 I rode this ridiculously large horse that I had to be lifted onto 🤣🤣🤣 and he was always super gentle and patient with me)

@jenellbarnes4231

Жыл бұрын

@@candicecart9786 I was a 3rd grader the first time I rode a horse. It was on a cattle drive, and I was matched up with a little pony. Pony was frisky first thing in the morning, and wanted to run. As soon as I was in the saddle that pony took off at it’s top speed, and it wasn’t stopping for anyone. My oldest stepbrother had to chase after us and grab me off the pony. Not only was it terrifying, but everyone blamed me for not stopping the pony. After that event I have always kept my distance from horses. They are beautiful creatures, but I’m afraid of them.

what a gentle giant. glad to know everyone's doing fine and Huck found loving parents. and that's a majestic duck 1:27

@Anonymous-lq2bs

Жыл бұрын

I eat ducks.

@Cryaboutmyhandle

Жыл бұрын

@@Anonymous-lq2bs the only thing you eat is whatever mummy puts on your plate.

@Paigegiesbrecht

Жыл бұрын

He is truly a gentle giant .Such a heartwarming story 💗💗💗💗

@Anonymous-lq2bs

Жыл бұрын

@@Cryaboutmyhandle cute comeback sweetie. I’ve been hunting since I was 12 and fishing since I was 4 add 30 plus years and you get my age.

@Cryaboutmyhandle

Жыл бұрын

@@Anonymous-lq2bs your fake two year old account tells us otherwise Muppet.

When a horse is afraid, it will go home 🤷‍♀️

Dogs and horses are my favorite beings in my life so far cause of stories like these. All living beings have something to teach us. We just have to respect and love them so that they can open that door and welcome us to wisdom...

Thank you for respecting his life 💜

Horses are magical creatures. I grew up on a small farm and miss it so much.

Animals experience the full range of emotions. All of them. Huckleberry is sensitive, and has bonded with her. How wonderful for her, and for him.🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🥰💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💖💐💐💐💐💋💋💋💋💋🫶🏻🫶🏻

A watermelon cap for such a distinguished beast? Something in...a 49er cap would look very sharp on this classy boy. I like him, he's a neat animal for sure. Blessing to you both.

To hear her say that Huckleberry "is here for life" filled me with joy... such a beautiful bond! Huckleberry is beautiful! 🦋💜💜💜💜💜💜💜🦋

How freaking cute is his little watermelon hat?!

Horses are pretty smart and always knows to get home especially when frightened of something they most likely always return back home to their safe place.

I’m glad you are ok 😀 Huckleberry is beautiful 🤩 Thanks for loving him 🙏😇🐎💕😇🙏🐎

@vanessahenricks9649

Жыл бұрын

Yeah, if Huckleberry hadn't ran home to get his human dad to help you, who knows what would've happened. It shows how much he loves you.❤😇🐎🙏🥰

I don’t know very much about horses but I understand they are so empathetic that they’re almost telepathic. As herd, prey animals, they mentally link to their herd and react to their thoughts and feelings before they’re expressed as a survival tactic, reacting to danger at the earliest possible moment. If one is bonded to you, they will do this with you.

My brother got bit by a horse, huge scar on his shoulder. Never saw another horse again in my life, not even at the Macy's parade

I am happy you're both ok. This is actually very common. When a horse gets scared they will almost alway run home, if they can find it. It's one of the reasons you can't just release the horses if the barn is on fire. The horses might just run back inside because that's their safe space. Sometimes they will runt to the pasture if they feel safe there.

Huck playing with the popped blue yoga ball was hilarious 😆🤣❤

"He's here for life" was the best part 😃 😊

@paulthompson9668

Жыл бұрын

It's good that she's kept him. He's probably not suitable for riding, so it's better that he stays in the home he's comfortable in now.

If I had a nickel for every time a Dodo video opened with “this (animal type) just didn’t know how to (animal type)” I would have a LOT of nickels lmao

Good boy, Huck! You’re a great horse!

Always wear a helmet when you ride. You just never know. Even the calmest horse can have a "spook" moment and send you flying. Happened to me twice on my horse and she was an angel.

Reckless sounds like a special horse & I'm glad you are keeping her with you for the rest of her life.

They’re incredibly loyal and smart beings .

As long as a horse knows it’s way home, horses will always attempt to get back home. I’m glad he knew his way home.

Yay! We need beautiful stories like this. Now more than ever!

How could anyone ever give up such a wonderful horse? Beautiful story!!

Huckleberry is smarter and more compassionate that some humans I know. Enjoy him, love him and I sincerely hope you have recovered well from your injuries. Happy holidays.

Huckleberry is living the life every horse deserves! He is such a personality! God bless you for adopting him.

This seems so sweet to people who aren't horse owners. Horses ALWAYS run home. That's just where they go because they like being by their barn, where their FOOD is and the horses they know and love and the dad would also be someone that he would want to be near considering he had no rider. Of course he would want her to be found and helped but he didn't run home because of that, he ran home because that's just what horses do. He is really a character and absolutes his mom and wants to be around her all the time. I'm really happy they found each other and that he has a forever home with her. It's a special relationship for sure. I'm also very happy to know that mom is OK and has made a full recovery (from the sounds of it). What a terrible fall to break your nose and fracture your skull. I was a traumatic brain injury nurse for 15 years and the head is a very scary place to be injured, it could have been a LOT worse. I'm happy the husband was home to go find her and it didn't end up more serious. It's a sweet thought to assume the horse went for help but it wasn't really why he went home. Terrorizing the neighborhood alone has danger written all over it in the mind of a horse. He knows safety is at his place with who and what he knows. Keep in mind too, he was a rescue. He could have some extra fear based on his experiences before she bought him. I'm so happy he has such an incredible personality and is entertaining the whole family...and himself 🤣

Huck definitely chose his forever family. You can’t fight your destiny when it comes with love. ❤️🐎❤️

He has earned his name, “I’m Your Huckleberry.” So glad to hear he is there for life!

Aww

2:07 horse saved life

He saved her because she saved him when he really needed saving. Beautiful story and so happy the woman is good and Huck earned his forever home with her.

@candicecart9786

Жыл бұрын

At the same time she is the one responsible for the accident... most horses get spooked by dogs- esp ones that bark or run toward them... she should’ve never been walking him near them, esp not on a first time ride (she should’ve known better as someone who works with horses)

@amyfu2047

Жыл бұрын

🙄 most of us realize that. It doesn't need to be said and 're-said and repeated to every heartwarming comment on here. It's called a feel good story.

I'm sorry about your accident, but thank goodness Huck was there for you. I'm so glad to hear that he is staying with you and your husband. What a beautiful famly you all make. May you enjoy many wonderful, fun-filled years with Huck.

faith = restored Absolutely 100%

I'm so glad he wasn't adopted out, he needs to be with that family. 🥰✌🇨🇦

I love this ending that he’s staying with you and your family

Aww he didn’t mean for you to get hurt but he felt bad and got help 😭

You saved him and he in return, saved you.

God was so cool for giving us horses for friends and helpers. That Huckleberry is quite a character!

O thank God I was on the edge of my seat just waiting for her to say they were adopting him!

I’m grateful he saved you and you saved him back!!

What a cute horse! Turn his butt for a SCRATCH 😂! Too adorable not to do it 🤣

I work with horses from horrible places and end up in a equine horse therapy place and I work with them and I am very excited and happy to see this, I absolutely love horses dogs and cats. It's a great patient waiting, need patience with horses 🐎 and dogs and cats. Horses are the same, lots of patients and time. Ty for sharing, love this video

Huck is a very smart boy. I'm glad you're better Lauren.

He's so cute and beautiful!! What a smart horse. Glad you kept him.

You have a beautiful big loveable goofy soul mate, Lauren. One in a million pal. So glad he waited for you to rescue him. So glad you have fully recovered.

I worked with horses for 8 yrs. They are just like us..they want socializing, love, attention, and above all..respect ..just like us..

Thank You for saving this precious one❤

My horse is the same way. He is with me for life. I love how playful he is.

A lovely story, and I'm glad you are okay. The horse went home, which is what horses will do.

I am so glad Huckleberry saved her life!

I have never seen a horse act like a toddler. I hope you heal quickly.

Huck acts a lot like our puppy. Looking for snack, butt scratches, and rolling around on the ground. What an awesome dog...horse!

These videos remind me that their is humanity in the world... In a time where we need humanity to carry on right ❤️🇬🇧

Great story ! A rescued animal always knows who saved them ! Given the chance, they will repay the favor ! 💗💜💞💖🐎🐴🐎🥰🤗💞💜

Wonderful! I am so happy he is staying with you and your family.

We love yall and I might start horseback riding lessons soon so wish me luck people in the comments!!!!!

Love and respect...how beautiful connected you are...nothing can change it. Not even accident !!!

So wonderful to have such a beautiful natured horse 🥰😇

He didn’t come home to get the husband! He just ran back to the place he knows! Lol

I am so glad you are keeping him. He needs you because you understand him. He is a really special horse.

Wow he is beautiful one of a kind gem I've been riding horses for 40 years and to have a horse like Huckleberry is a very special I've had a small and I mean a Very small handful like him but they don't come across very often and when I sore those white eyes he was giving you with that droop look I was already inlove with him what a beautiful treasure you have their I had a simmerlar horse that would spook at dogs and after a few weeks ground work interducing him with different dogs and dog sounds he was more relaxed but you have a true gentleman their he has a beautiful chilled relaxed vibe about him I think Huckleberry is going to bring you years of joy treasure every moment with him

Happy you are ok!! This is such a wonderful Christmas Gift you gave us!! Beautiful story!!💖💖💖

How wonderful to know that they are his safe space and he wanted to protect her, and that he knew Dad was the right person to go to 💕✨ I’ve seen this video before but it always tugs at my heartstrings. Love you, Huckleberry!

So glad he has YOU for his forever home!

This is the most beautiful love story ever

Animal's 100% know when you save their lives and get them healthy feeling much better. You have a friend for life now

Wonderful story! Thanks for rescuing him!

Very patient and caring woman to decipher the quirks of this horse. I'm glad she is ok.

Good job going bitless. Refreshing. Bits are pain compliance. Huck will love you forever. Glad you were able to recover. Good Huck... Good Husband!!

Some people do not realize how smart our horses are......they know.....

Beautiful story about a wonderful boy and his person.

When I was younger I rode a pony and I would only ride him. he was my favorite. I would come into the barn and give him treats before we went riding. One day when I was riding him, the blue angel flew by and scared him. he skidded to the side and I fell off. He waited until I was all way off him before he took off. He did come back around after woulds to make sure I was okay. he was the best and I miss him ever day.

Isn't it amazing. It's like any animal that falls in love with you. Oh marvelous 😍

Love the animal stories from The Dodo 🦤🤗!

What an amazing story & Sophia thank you for tell her story with us. You’re right. They really should make a movie about her.

A precious story! Merry Christmas! 🎄🐎🎄

@rhonemeyer4277

Жыл бұрын

Merry Christmas!

I love that you recognized the bond and decided to keep him

Beautiful and mischievous horse and a gorgeous sanctuary.

When I started my riding lessons, the horse I was assigned threw me on the ground. Another horse, came straight to me and I was afraid she would have trampled me... Nope. She gave me a big lick like "it's ok, butt pain will end soon". And I chose to ride her for two years, until the pandemic, when she passed away due to a bad case of pneumonia.

He is amazing. I think he’d like to sit in a rocking chair. Huckleberry knows all about love.

what a good goofy boy he is for saving ur life

Lauren, I am so glad you and Huckleberry are “family” and that you are going to keep him. He truly loves and cares for you and you feel likewise. So sweet 🥲. His being so silly and funny is the icing on the equine cake 🎂!

This brought me to tears. May u b blessed always for ur kindness♡

And how important you are to him!