Like the Fabled Centaur - 08/21/2013

Historic site's recurring Porch Chat lecture series

Ulysses S. Grant was not only the best horseman in his class at West Point, he was one of the best horsemen of his era.  He began breaking and training horses when he was a boy.  During the Mexican War, he won fame for his riding exploits under enemy fire.  During the Civil War, he often went riding with President Lincoln.  In peacetime, Mr. and Mrs. Grant frequently visited Saratoga to take in the races.  Is it true that when he was President, Grant took a horse and buggy out for a spin and was pulled over for speeding?  Hear the story of U.S. Grant the horseman, and decide for yourself!  Presented by Steve Trimm.