Royal Moroccan Cavalry Showcases Heritage at El Jadida Equestrian Show
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The Royal Moroccan Cavalry is showcasing its historical legacy and achievements at the 17th edition of the El Jadida Equestrian Show, which runs until October 18. The exhibition, titled 'The Horse in the Royal Guard: A Living Heritage in the Service of Excellence and the Kingdom's Radiance,' is part of the Royal Guard's participation in the event. The display is housed in the Mohammed VI Exhibition Center in the city of El Jadida.
The exhibition highlights the historical significance of the Royal Cavalry, which has been present for centuries under various sultans and officially established in 1963. It features artifacts such as saddles, traditional rifles, and swords used by the unit since the 18th century, as well as trophies and medals won by the cavalry in national and international equestrian competitions, including the Royal Moroccan Jumping Derby in Tétouan.
Major Abdullah Khal of the Royal Guard stated that the exhibition aims to reflect the historical heritage of the unit, one of the oldest military institutions in the world, and the central role of horses in its various missions, both sporting and ceremonial.
The horses of the Royal Guard primarily descend from the Barbary and Arab-Barbary breeds. The exhibition also highlights the unit's efforts in preserving and maintaining various crafts and professions related to equestrianism.
This year's equestrian show is the 17th edition of the event, which is held annually in El Jadida, Morocco.
The Royal Moroccan Cavalry is a unit of the Royal Moroccan Armed Forces, and the Royal Guard is the ceremonial unit of the Moroccan Royal Family.
CONTEXT: The Royal Moroccan Cavalry's participation in the El Jadida Equestrian Show underscores the significance of equestrian traditions in Moroccan culture and the role of the Royal Guard in preserving and promoting these traditions. The event provides an opportunity to showcase the skills and achievements of the Royal Cavalry, as well as the historical and cultural significance of equestrianism in Morocco.
