Gallant Bloom (foaled May 22, 1966 – died 1991) was a plain brown filly sired by the great Gallant Man, also a plain brown horse. She was small and possessed a gentle temperament. And yet she regularly beat the best fillies and mares in America. She defeated both Shuvee and Gamely.
Read more about Gallant Bloom: Racing Career, Stud Record
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