100 YEARS OF BRITISH ARMY POLO – Ponies at War BY JEREMY HOUGHTON

Jeremy Houghton, one of Britain’s most acclaimed military and sporting artists, announces an unprecedented exhibition ‘100 Years of British Army Polo’ which reveals the fascinating story of how this equestrian sport came to influence the outcome of British military history.

In commemoration of the centenary of WW1, and inspired by previously unseen photographic archives provided by the British Army Polo Association, Houghton has produced a unique collection of watercolour paintings in his chiaroscuro monochromatic style, celebrating this little-known story of adventure – of ponies, generals, kings, princes, prime ministers and servants, united in this age old pursuit. He will reveal how the unique relationship between man and horse was evident not only on the battlefield, but also on the playing field and how lessons learned on the polo pitch – ‘playing the greater game in the field of honour’ – instilled courage, agility and team spirit, and forged international camaraderie, in times of peace and war, for generations of British soldiers.

For more information on 100 Year of British Army Polo – Ponies at War, please visit www.jeremyhoughton.co.uk, email [email protected] or download the press release - 100 Years of British Army Polo – Ponies at War by Jeremy Houghton Press Release. Also for full exhibition dates and locations please click here for all the relevant information.