The engineering illustration which we give this week shows a more economical method of building piers in the beds of rivers, or under water. It shows a caisson or diving-bell, designed by Messrs.

WASHINGTON — The Army announced earlier this month that it has reinstated the use of caissons during military funerals at Arlington National Cemetery in a limited capacity following a two year ...

With the wellbeing of the horses in mind, the caissons will be used no more than twice in a day, up to 10 times per week. Sanctuary Plans to Build Rescue for Retired Carriage Horses Following Deat ...

The Army's caisson detatchment was worn down by too many funerals, underinvestment and poor care. The Army euthanized two horses, Mickey and Tony, and in 2023 the rest were retired to Florida.

Army to Begin Limited Use of Horse-Drawn Caissons for Arlington National Cemetery Funerals WASHINGTON (AP) — The Army will soon begin limited use of horse-drawn caissons for funerals at ...

Operations were paused in 2023 over welfare concerns, but the Army undertook a comprehensive overhaul and now offers enhanced ...

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Army will soon begin limited use of horse-drawn caissons for funerals at Arlington National Cemetery, phasing in the long-held tradition after nearly two years of work to ...