famous horses

I have a fascination with famous horses in history, and one of my absolute favorite horses is the iconic Sergeant Reckless. She was a symbol of the heroic actions that took place throughout the Korean War, and her impact can be seen in these photos that were taken of her during and after the war....

When you work alongside someone for a long period of time, it’s hard not to become close to them. The same goes for movie stars who work with horses! Liam Neeson made headlines recently when he stated that the horse he partnered with on the Coen brothers’ new western recognized him from a previous film...

I have had a fascination lately with researching the stories of famous old war horses! After telling the story of Mare Sergeant Reckless last week, it’s time to travel back further through history. Destination? The Battle of Little Bighorn. While this particular fight is quite infamous, not everyone may know the story of Comanche, a...

Okay, so maybe The Lord of the Rings doesn’t feature any cowboys…but the trilogy does feature some stunning horses! Here’s the most iconic equines featured in the films. 1) Arod – Ridden by Legolas 2) Asfaloth – Ridden by Arwen 3) Shadowfax – Ridden by Gandalf 4) Windfola – Ridden by Éowyn 5) Brego – Ridden by Aragorn 6) Hasufel – Ridden by Aragorn...

A lot is known about the famous actors who starred in old Western films, but what about the horses? The movies would not have been the same without the horses that helped shape them. Meet five of the most famous Old Hollywood horses! 1) Trigger: Trigger is arguably the most famous equine star of all time....

One of the most popular stories I’ve ever written for COWGIRL Magazine was about Mare Sergeant Reckless, an extraordinary horse who served during the Korean War. Another story that needs to be recognized is about a brave horse named Warrior who served during World War 1. “Foaled on the Isle of Wight in 1908, Warrior...

While not as well known as horses like Mr San Peppy, Lynx Melody has earned her place in history. An AQHA Hall of Famer, this horse was known for her small size and fierceness in the arena. She was foaled in 1975 by Doc’s Lynx by Dox Bar and Trona, a Leon Bars mare. One...

In a story that has been lost to history, a group of horseback riders embarked on a 20,000 mile trip across the United States in 1912, searching for fame and money. A horse named Pinto would turn this “ride of the century” into a reality. George Beck, a part-time Washington logger, and his three closest...