Little Sure Shot: The Incredible Life of Annie Oakley

Annie Oakley’s fame wasn’t confined to the Western world. During an extended leg of her global tour, she found herself in India, where her reputation had preceded her. The guards of a local maharaja requested a private demonstration—and got far more than they bargained for.

Impressed by her finesse, the maharaja asked Annie to instruct his elite guards in shooting technique. She obliged, offering hands-on lessons in stance, breathing, and accuracy. An Ohio-born woman trained one of Asia’s most prestigious security forces for a brief period.