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British Army Horses Injured in London Incident, Recovery Uncertain

Two military horses severely injured after bolting in London are under close observation, with their return to duty uncertain.

  • Two of the British Army's horses, Vida and Quaker, were seriously injured and required surgery after running loose in London.
  • The incident occurred during a routine exercise when the horses were spooked by construction noise, leading to chaos in central London.
  • While some horses are expected to return to duty, the future for Vida and Quaker remains uncertain as they receive ongoing care.
  • Offers have been made to rehome the horses if they are unable to resume their duties, including from the UK's oldest equine charity.
  • The army has confirmed that the three injured soldiers involved in the incident are expected to fully recover and return to duty.
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