Annie Oakley shows off the skills that made her famous in this shockingly early film recorded in 1894. #annieoakley #wildwest #oldwest #bethdutton #AmericanHistory #ushistory #womenshistory #powerwoman #sharpshooter | Old West Photographs

Let me introduce ✨Annie Oakley✨ A little thing about myself I don't think I've ever shared in a post is that Annie is my 4th great aunt. I grew up constantly hearing stories about her and seeing her belongings that my family still has. There's a museum in Greenville, Ohio that my relatives have donated many items to. I've always been proud to share her DNA. She was no doubt a leading lady of her time known for her sharp shooting skills. Not everyone knows of her, though. So here are some facts: