SEYMOUR — The true story of a small horse that bravely served with US Marines in Korea will be the focus of a Seymour Historical Society program on Sunday, Oct. 20, at 2 p.m.
The horse’s name was Reckless, and she was trained to carry ammunition and transport wounded Marines from the battlefield. The highlight of her nine-month military career came in March 1953 when, during one battle, she made 51 trips to resupply front-line units. Twice wounded, she was awarded two Purple Hearts — and earned the gratitude of the Marines who served with her.
In this program, speaker Janet Barrett, who has written a book about Reckless, will describe how this incredible horse earned the rank of sergeant, was featured in popular American magazines and became a national hero.
The program is free for Seymour Historical Society members – a $5 donation is requested from other guests. The historical society is located at 59 West Street, near the Trinity Episcopal Church.
Doors open at 1 p.m. for those who wish to view the museum’s exhibits. For more information, call 203 – 888-7471, visit www.SeymourHistoricalSociety.org, or email President@SeymourHistoricalSociety.org.
