RULE OF THE ROAD.
The present custom in England of driving on the left side of the road may he traced back to antiquity. In the olden days, when horses were ridden and epears were used, it was vitally important that the real or potential enemy he on the right. To the left hand fell the duty of guiding the mount; the thrust of the spear, and the backward fiwoop of the sword could only be accomplished by the knight who was rightnand mounted. ■ • - - -
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Auckland Star, Volume LX, Issue 226, 24 September 1929, Page 18
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84RULE OF THE ROAD. Auckland Star, Volume LX, Issue 226, 24 September 1929, Page 18
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