Who played velvet in the original version of national velvety?

In the original version of "National Velvet," released in 1944, the character of Velvet Brown was played by Elizabeth Taylor. This film marked one of her early leading roles and showcased her talent as a young actress. The story revolves around Velvet's dream of entering her horse, The Pie, in the Grand National steeplechase. Taylor's performance contributed to the film's enduring popularity.