Velma Bronn Johnston - Wikipedia
Velma Bronn Johnston (March 5, 1912 — June 27, 1977), also known as Wild Horse Annie, was an American animal welfare activist. She led a campaign to stop the eradication of mustangs and free-roaming burros from public lands.
VELMA BRONN JOHNSTON – Nevada Women's History Project
Here it was in 1952, with help from prominent citizens and after fiery meetings in Virginia City , that she earned her nickname, “Wild Horse Annie”. In 1955 her campaign in the Nevada State Legislature led to a bill banning aircraft and land vehicles from …
Wild Horse and Burro Program History - Bureau of Land Management
During the 1950s, Velma B. Johnston, later known as "Wild Horse Annie," became aware of the ruthless and indiscriminate manner in which wild horses were being treated on western rangelands. So-called "mustangers" played a major role in harvesting wild horses for commercial purposes during this time.
Wild Horse Annie: The Original Champion of America's Wild Horses …
2024年3月5日 · Johnston became known as “Wild Horse Annie” by the movement she created, and her legacy lives on in the countless supporters of wild horses and burros today.
Wild Horse Annie - Return to Freedom
In 1952, with help from prominent citizens and after fiery meetings in Virginia City, she earned her nickname, “Wild Horse Annie.” In 1955, her campaign in the Nevada State Legislature led to a bill banning aircraft and land vehicles from capturing wild horses on state lands.
Meet the Woman Who Inspired a Movement: Wild Horse Annie
2020年3月8日 · Velma B. Johnston, famously known as “Wild Horse Annie,” was a pivotal figure in the movement to protect America's wild horses. Her tireless advocacy and grassroots campaigns led to significant legislative changes that continue to …
Velma Johnston (Wild Horse Annie)
Velma Bronn Johnston (often Johnson) (March 5, 1912 — June 27, 1977) was one of the voices responsible for gaining federal jurisdiction over wild horses and burros on public land.
Velma "Wild Horse Annie" Johnston - americanlegendmustang.org
In 1952, with help from prominent citizens and after fiery meetings in Virginia City, she earned her nickname, “Wild Horse Annie”. In 1955, her campaign in the Nevada State Legislature led to a bill banning aircraft and land vehicles from capturing wild horses on state lands.
How Velma Bronn Johnston became Wild Horse Annie
2018年12月4日 · One law man snorted at her efforts and catcalled her “Wild Horse Annie.” The nickname stuck. In 1955, the Nevada Legislature made it illegal to kill, harass, or molest any animal from aircraft, some game animals excepted.
Wild Horse Annie : Velma Johnston and her fight to save the …
xiv, 220 p. : 24 cm. Includes bibliographical references (p. 203-212) and index. Wild Horse Blood -- Rounding Up Newspapers and Politicians -- The Final Days of Legal Mustanging -- Going It Alone for Charlie and the Horses -- Pryor Commitments -- Differences of Opinion -- Annie Returns to Washington, D.C. -- Unfinished Work -- The Little ...