Exploring Oklahoma History

We're Here to Explore the Great State of Oklahoma, to Remember Those Who Came Before Us, and Learn the Lessons of Oklahoma's Past Together.

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For the fun of seeing what there is to see in Oklahoma and to learn a little something along the way.

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To look back on what happened in Oklahoma history and to remember those who came before us.

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We learn the lessons of Oklahoma's past in order to shape a better future.

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Oklahoma Historic Place of the Day

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P. P Ackley

Going up the Texas Chisholm Trail 1867 P.P. Ackley 1937 P. P. Ackley, served as a deputy trail brand inspector and was later a member of the Old Trail Drivers Association, spearheaded the trail marking movement.

Located in Beckham County, Oklahoma.

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Today in Oklahoma History

Friday, May 2, 1890

Oklahoma Territory Organized

Oklahoma Territory was an organized territory of the United States from May 2, 1890 until November 16, 1907, when Oklahoma became the 46th state. It consisted of the western area of what is now the State of Oklahoma. The eastern area consisted of the last remnant of Indian Territory. more...

Tuesday, May 2, 2006

President George W. Bush at OSU

President George W. Bush delivers the commencement address at the 2006 Oklahoma State University graduation ceremony. more...

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March 27, 2024

A Way To Support Blog Oklahoma

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September 25, 2023

The Cherokee Advocate

The Cherokee Advocate was a newspaper for the Cherokee Nation at Tahlequah, Indian Territory, from 1844 to 1906.

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September 25, 2023

Beckham County

About Oklahoma. Beckham County is in western Oklahoma along the Texas border.

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