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Bighorse the Warrior

by Tiana Bighorse

4.7 out of 5

Language	:	English
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Print length	:	152 pages

Tiana Bighorse was an extraordinary woman. She was a champion rodeo rider who broke barriers and won championships in the male-dominated sport. She was also an artist who painted and sculpted horses, and a tribal historian and advocate for her people. This is her story.

Early Life

Tiana Bighorse was born on the Blackfeet Indian Reservation in Montana in 1955. Her parents were both rodeo riders, and she grew up on a horse. She started competing in rodeos at the age of 12, and by the time she was 18, she was one of the top barrel racers in the country.

In 1973, Bighorse made history by becoming the first woman to win the All-Around Cowgirl title at the National Finals Rodeo. She was also the first woman to compete in the men's saddle bronc riding event at the rodeo.

Rodeo Career

Bighorse's rodeo career spanned two decades. She won numerous championships, including the All-Around Cowgirl title four times. She also competed in the Olympics, Pan American Games, and World Championships. Bighorse was known for her tough riding style and her determination to succeed in a male-dominated sport.

In addition to her rodeo career, Bighorse was also a successful artist. She painted and sculpted horses, and her work was featured in museums and galleries around the world. Bighorse also wrote a book about her life and experiences, titled "Tiana: The Warrior."

Later Life

After retiring from rodeo, Bighorse became a tribal historian and advocate for her people. She worked to preserve Blackfeet culture and history, and she was a strong advocate for Native American rights.

Tiana Bighorse died in 2011 at the age of 55. She was a true pioneer and role model, and her legacy continues to inspire people today.

Tiana Bighorse was a remarkable woman who broke barriers and achieved great things. She was a champion rodeo rider, artist, and advocate for her people. Her story is an inspiration to us all.

Bighorse the Warrior

by Tiana Bighorse

4.7 out of 5