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WAR PAINT
2018 Champion Mathew Pakootas Jr. of the Northwest Express Team.
Brian Beetem
Horses are often adorned with war paint and ink in symbols with specific meanings according to legend. A circle around the horse’s eye indicates an improved ability to see danger; a lightning bolt on the leg brings power and speed; an arrow across the shoulder adds strength; dots on the head and chest are prayers for hail
to fall on the enemy; and hand prints indicate courage, bringing home his rider unharmed, and knocking down enemies.
The Canadia Team
The Lakota War Path Team.
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