Aloha Rodeo: Three Hawaiian Cowboys, the World's Greatest Rodeo, and a Hidden History of the American West

Aloha Rodeo is a groundbreaking true story of three unknown riders from Hawaii who dared to compete against the toughest riders in the West at the 1908 world rodeo championships in Cheyenne, Wyoming.

Despite being dismissed by whites as "underdogs," these native Hawaiian cowboys, or paniolo, returned home champions and American legends.

This unforgettable human drama unfolds against the rough-knuckled frontier of the American West, revealing a fascinating and little-known true story that upends conventional history.

With vivid storytelling and meticulous research, Aloha Rodeo delves into the dual histories of ranching and cowboys in Hawaii, tracing the life stories of the three paniolo and their meteoric rise and sudden fall of Cheyenne, "Holy City of the Cow." Don't miss this essential addition to your reading list!