
The letter "C" in St. Louis is The Clydesdales. Currently one of the 5 breeds of work horses now deemed endangered, it's a good bet that for generations to come they will be part of St Louis. You grow up in St Louis as a kid and you think that you are a part owner of the Clydesdales.

I cannot remember a time when I didn't know the Clydesdales belonged to my hometown--and I have never missed a chance to see them. I cannot help but feel overwhelmed by them every time I see them--they are just fabulous.

Their stables at the Anheuser Busch brewery are as spectacular as the horses--and it is not Christmas until the Clydesdale team comes through that gate at Grant's Farm (Busch family home) in St Louis County.

They win the "Live Animal" prize every year in the Rose Bowl Parade in Pasadena. And its no wonder, they are majestic.
I share with you two of my favorite videos of the Clydesdales.
Videos speak louder than words.
I have chosen their first television commercial in the 50's and their salute to New York City on the first anniversary of September 11. (This video was shown only once during the first anniversary ceremony.)
If you get sentimental about these horses when you see these videos--and you are not from St Louis--welcome to our club!!
I could not embed these videos--but please cut and paste. It is worth the trouble. . .
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6aWzuQ1ufGs
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LdYsBd-c_rc&feature=related
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