“Des chevaux qui nous seroient des souches pour l’avenir”: Perfecting Breeds at the Royal Studs of Lorraine (1767-1791)

Key Points

• The goal is to examine breeding practices at the Royal Studs of Lorraine during the late 18th century.
• Analysis of historical records from the Royal Studs
• Identification of breeding strategies employed
• Evaluation of selected traits in populations
• Documented use of selective breeding to enhance desirable horse traits
• Establishment of breeding programs impacting future equine genetics
• Insights into historical perspectives on horse breeding practices