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Indian Relay

Season 15 Episode 3 | 55m 32s  | Video has closed captioning.

The hope and determination of American Indian life is revealed in this story about what it takes to win one of the most exciting and dangerous forms of horseracing in the world today. This film follows teams from three different communities as they prepare for and compete across a grueling Indian Relay season — all hearts set on the glory and honor of winning this year's National Championships.

Aired: 11/19/13

Expired: 11/18/17

Rating: TV-PG

Problems Playing Video? | Closed Captioning

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