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American Experience

The documentary chronicles Annie Oakley's remarkable life, from her rural Pennsylvania upbringing to her passing in 1926, showcasing her exceptional career as a sharp shooter and Wild West performer.

The documentary explores Annie Oakley's life from her rural Pennsylvania birth to her 1926 death, debunking myths and featuring a lesser-known trial where she sued The Hearst Newspaper chain for libel after they reported on an impersonator who damaged her reputation.

Info about American Experience

Studio(s): Public Broadcasting Service (PBS),Robert Stone Productions

Originally Released: United States, May 08, 2006

Production Country: United States

Genres:Biography, Documentary, History