Billy Clegg facts for kids
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| Breed | Quarter Horse |
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| Sire | Paul Ell |
| Grandsire | Hickory Bill |
| Dam | Bivarita |
| Maternal grandsire | Billy Sunday |
| Sex | Stallion |
| Foaled | 1932 |
| Country | United States |
| Color | Bay |
| Breeder | Bernard Adams |
| Owner | Guy M. Troutman |
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| Honors | |
| American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame | |
Billy Clegg was a famous American Quarter Horse stallion (a male horse used for breeding). He was born in 1932 and became very important in the early days of the American Quarter Horse Association (AQHA). The AQHA is a group that keeps track of Quarter Horses and promotes the breed. Billy Clegg was known for being a great father to many successful horses.
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Billy Clegg: A Champion Quarter Horse
Billy Clegg was a bay colored horse, which means he had a reddish-brown body with a black mane, tail, and lower legs. He was born in 1932. His breeder was Bernard Adams, who lived in Alfred, Texas. Later, his owner was Guy M. Troutman from Tucumcari, New Mexico.
Early Life and Registration
Billy Clegg was one of the first horses to be officially registered with the American Quarter Horse Association (AQHA). His registration number was 427. This meant his details were recorded in the AQHA's official stud book. His father was a horse named Paul El, and his mother was Bivarita.
A Top Sire
Billy Clegg was a very successful sire, meaning he fathered many foals. Many of his children became champions themselves. He had a big impact on the Quarter Horse breed.
- He sired two horses that earned an AQHA Race Register of Merit. This award is given to horses that perform very well in races. These horses were named Billy Big Enuf and Dust Storm.
- Nine of his daughters (female offspring) also produced horses that earned a Register of Merit. This shows his strong genetic line.
- He sired one AQHA Champion, a horse named Billie B Fisher. An AQHA Champion is a horse that has won many points in different types of shows.
- He also fathered several "Superior Performance" horses, like Chickasha Mike. These horses achieved high levels of success in various events.
- Overall, 29 of his daughters produced horses that earned points in shows or races.
Billy Clegg lived a long life for a horse. He passed away in 1958.
Hall of Fame Honor
In 1998, Billy Clegg was honored for his great contributions to the breed. He was inducted into the American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame. This special place recognizes the most important horses and people in the history of the American Quarter Horse. It's like a museum for the best of the best!
