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HARNESS LOOP [2 records]

Record 1 1993-11-23

English

Subject field(s)
  • Outfitting of Ships
  • Ropemaking
CONT

The artillery loop, also called man-harness knot and harness loop, is tied in the bight of a rope. It is used for a hand- or shoulder-hold in hauling field guns into position, and also in assisting horses either in uphill work or when mired.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Armement et gréement
  • Corderie
CONT

La boucle d'artilleur, appelée aussi boucle de harnais, se fait au milieu d'un cordage. Elle offre une prise à la main ou à l'épaule pour déplacer les canons de campagne; on l'utilise également pour aider les chevaux dans une montée ou quand ils s'embourbent.

Spanish

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Record 2 1993-01-30

English

Subject field(s)
  • Collection Items (Museums and Heritage)
  • Horse Racing and Equestrian Sports

French

Domaine(s)
  • Objets de collection (Muséologie et Patrimoine)
  • Courses hippiques et sports équestres

Spanish

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