Exploring Oklahoma History
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Oklahoma Historic Place of the Day
Chouteau's Post
Oldest permanent American settlement in state. Grew out of Chaouteau's furn trade at St. Louis, with Osages after they settled in this region in 1802 from Missouri. Improvements here in 1817 became residence of Col. A. P. Chouteau, West Point grad., noted in western U.S. official life and for many posts in Indian trade.
Located in Mayes County, Oklahoma.
Today in Oklahoma History
Thursday, November 15, 2007
Mary Fallin brings Oklahoma Centennial to Congress
On this day U.S. Representative Mary Fallin, R-Oklahoma City, spoke on the U.S. House floor about the Oklahoma centennial. "Tomorrow, the state of Oklahoma will celebrate its centennial anniversary," Fallin said. "Today, I come to you on the House floor to commemorate and honor our state's rich history. Most of all, I am here to honor the people of Oklahoma, our greatest strength, whose hard work and pioneer spirit have written a truly unique chapter in American history." more...
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