54 Years Ago: Merle Haggard’s ‘Okie From Muskogee’ Album Is Released54 Years Ago: Merle Haggard’s ‘Okie From Muskogee’ Album Is ReleasedOn Dec. 29, 1969, Haggard's 'Okie From Muskogee' album was released.Gayle ThompsonGayle Thompson