Hampshire Down
Britishnoun
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But it had to go in time, just as in later times the Southdown had to go when the Hampshire Down took its place—the breed which is now universal, in South Wilts at all events.
From A Shepherd's Life Impressions of the South Wiltshire Downs by Hudson, W. H. (William Henry)
The Hampshire Down is another instance of the widespread influence of the Southdown, being the result of crossing that breed with the old Wiltshire sheep, which had long curling horns, and the Berkshire Knott.
From A Short History of English Agriculture by Curtler, W. H. R. (William Henry Ricketts)
Prizes are offered by the society at various agricultural shows where Hampshire Down sheep are exhibited.
From The Project Gutenberg Encyclopedia Volume 1 of 28 by Project Gutenberg
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