MOUNTING. 



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MOUNTING WITH STIRRUPS IN MILITARY STYLE. 

 The action of mounting by this method is divided into 

 "preparing to mount" and "mounting." The motions may 

 be brieflv described as follows : 



Fig. 175. Preparing to mount in military fashion. 



Preparing to Mount. I. Stand facing the horse with the 

 right foot opposite the stirrup, and the heels about six inches 

 apart. Place the left hand on the crest of the horse, about 

 twelve inches from the pommel. 2. With the right hand draw 



