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Creation of the First Purebred Percheron Stud Book

When
1893
Where
France
Part of
First Percheron stud book created in France

The first purely Percheron stud book was created in France in 1893, following a rise in exports.

Exports of Percherons from France rose rapidly in the late 19th century. The first purely Percheron stud book was created in France in 1893. This event marks the formalization of the breed's registry in its country of origin.

Sources

  1. Percheron Wikipedia, revision of 2026-05-06

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