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209 Annie Oakley C

The Annie Oakley Room

Room 209

Born Phoebe Ann Moses in Ohio’s Darke County on August 13, 1860, Annie rose to stardom from humble roots. According to legend, in 1875, the famous marksman Frank Butler was accepting challenges from local marksman when he took on young Annie Moses in a shooting match. Frank lost, 23 to 21. Later, whenever he said that he had purposely thrown the match, Annie would just flutter her eyes and smile. The couple was married within the year. Frank soon managed to get himself and Annie into Buffalo Bill’s “Wild West” show.

Annie OakleyDuring her entrance, Annie waved and blew kisses to the audience. She was an ambidextrous shot who fired rapidly with unerring accuracy. On the rare occasions when she missed a shot, she immediately fired again. On occasion, she intentionally missed and then pretended to become petulant, stamping her feet in frustration, throwing her hat. Then when she did hit the mark, the audience would roar louder than ever. Among her favorite shotguns were a Lancaster and a Francotte, her favorite rifles included a Winchester and a Marlin, and she used Colts and Smith and Wesson handguns equally well.

During her tour of Europe, she met Prince Albert Edward during the Golden Jubilee. The Prince wanted to meet the cast members and when introduced to Annie and extended his hand, Annie passed it by and shook the princess’ hand first. She told the prince, “You’ll have to forgive me, I’m an American, and in America, women come first.” In the fall of 1894, Annie Oakley performed in front of Thomas Edison’s moving-picture machine. Eventually, Annie and Frank retired to Cambridge, Maryland, where shooting remained a big part of their lives.

209 Annie Oakley A 209 Annie Oakley B 209 Annie Oakley Bathroom A 209 Annie Oakley Bathroom B 209 Annie Oakley C

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    The Annie Oakley room is a suite that features 1 King size bed, 1 Queen size sofa bed, a double lavatory, & a tub with hand shower.
    All rooms have wired and wireless internet & individual heat/ac.

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    • 5 star review  This place was AMAZING! Lots of history here. Jodi was very helpful in showing us around and made some delicious cookies that evening! We will be back someday! Great experience and a must for history buffs!

      thumb George Allen
    • 5 star review  A wonderful building with credible Western history with Buffalo Bill as one of the early owners and patrons. An inside visit is a must. The reception, bar, ballroom and board room are stunning and if you ask.you may be able to see inside one of the guest bedrooms. We were able to see where BB stayed. An outstandingly historic place but sadly under utilised because of its geographic position on the tourist trail.

      thumb David Moakes
    • 4 star review  Very warm welcome with friendly & helpful staff. The rooms were lovely; good bathroom with shower (Queen Victoria) & a large comfortable bed. The view was not brilliant. The breakfast was very basic at the moment but adequate. Worth staying there for the history & hidden gems.

      thumb Benfleet Theatre School
    • 5 star review  Amazing Historic Hotel. We were fully satisfied with the service. Stacey at the front desk was a thorough site historian who shared her extensive knowledge of the Hotel and area. She made what was an excellent experience more memorable. Room 5* Breakfast 5*

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