HC Deb 03 December 1912 vol 44 cc2109-10
21. Mr. MEYSEY-THOMPSON

asked the Secretary of State for War whether he has been advised by his military experts that it is possible to train a horse so that it will be a thoroughly efficient Cavalry remount for active service in less than one year?

Colonel SEELY

The reply is in the affirmative.

Mr. MEYSEY-THOMPSON

Do the military experts advise the right hon. Gentleman that this can be done in one year?

Colonel SEELY

Of course; I have replied to the question put to me. It depends upon the horse.

Mr. MEYSEY-THOMPSON

May I ask the right hon. Gentleman whether he will consider the advisability of changing his expert advisers and getting efficient advisers?

Colonel SEELY

No, Sir. The only possible answer to the question was in the affirmative. Military experts are unanimously agreed that it is of course possible to train a seasoned horse in the period. If he puts down the subsidiary point as a question I shall be able to answer it.