Army Spends $8M to Upgrade Caisson Horses | Roanoke News

The Army just spent $8 million on a brand-new 149-acre facility in Loudoun County for the horses that pull caissons at Arlington National Cemetery — a major upgrade after years of neglect and tragic losses. Once shuttered due to horrific living conditions, the horse-drawn caissons are back in service, including at President Carter’s funeral, with this new Middleburg Training Facility offering top-tier care, historic charm, and even a mile-long track once used by legendary racehorse Spectacular Bid. This isn’t just about horses — it’s about honoring fallen heroes with dignity, and the Army is making sure these equine service members get the respect they deserve. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/644e4af0bf48b5ad