n the late 1920s, Will "Sheriff" Watson, a loyal supporter of
the University, decided to ride his white horse, Silver, at the
head of the Cowboy Band in a parade. Attired in full Western
dress to mirror the image
of the Western-clad band members, Watson set an important pattern.
The idea proved so poular that a decision was made to include
all of the flags of Texas
history and to let six students carry the flags. The famous Six
White Horse parade unit was born.
In 1962, Dr. W.O. "Doc" Beazley began directing
the Six White Horse program. He came to HSU for
the first time in 1948 and then returned in 1960
to serve in various
teaching and administrative capacities. Beazley
has become a widely known author of eleven books
teaching children to
appreciate horses. After 36 years of dedication
and commitment, Doc retired from
his role as Director of the Six White Horse
program in 1998.
