3. Lillian Smith (Princess Wenona)
Lillian Smith, known to the public as “Princess Wenona,” dazzled fans as Buffalo Bill’s most skilled trick rider. Her daring vaults and acrobatic stunts on galloping horses sold out arenas wherever the Wild West Show traveled. With fearless handstands, somersaults, and sharpshooting displays from horseback, she matched Annie Oakley’s renown. Smith’s athleticism and grace captivated Victorian audiences and expanded opportunities for women in equestrian sports. Discover her legacy at the National Cowgirl Museum.
