Vanguard_(American_racehorse)

Vanguard (American racehorse)

Vanguard (American racehorse)

American-bred Thoroughbred racehorse

Vanguard was an American Thoroughbred racehorse. Ridden by Tom Costello, he won the 1882 Preakness Stakes.[1][2]

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Background

Vanguard was bred in Kentucky by M. H. Stanford. His dam was La Henderson, a daughter of the influential sire Lexington. His father was the leading sire Virgil. He was foaled on March 24, 1879. Later on, he was sold to George L. Lorillard. [3]

Racing Career

Vanguard raced nine times in his career, winning four. At three years old, he won the Preakness Stakes, ridden by Tom Costello. His overall career earnings were $5,290. [3]

Pedigree

More information Sire Virgil 1864, Dam La Henderson 1865 ...

References

  1. [1]
    "1882". Preakness.com. Retrieved 2016-07-14.
  2. [2]
    Calabrese, Joe (2015-05-15). "Preakness Stakes: Winning Horses, Jockeys & Trainers". Heavy.com. Retrieved 2016-07-14.
  3. [3]
    "Vanguard Horse Pedigree". Thoroughbred Database. Retrieved 3 March 2022.


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