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Getting to School by Horseback

Five horses lined up in front of school. Two children atop each. One horse and buggy with three children riding and a dog.

Photo courtesy of Glenbow Museum (na-3535-203)

Schools were built every five miles, to minimize the distance. Children may travel nearly three miles in all types of weather. Horses and buggies were common for children to use.