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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Oklahoma Historic Place of the Day

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Amphlett Brothers Drug and Jewelry Store

Amphlett Brothers Drug and Jewelry Store (added 1982 - Building - #82003669) Also known as Apache Municipal Building Evans and Coblake Aves., Apache Historic Significance: Event Area of Significance: Commerce Period of Significance: 1900-1924 Owner: Local Gov't Historic Function: Commerce/Trade Historic Sub-function: Business, Professional Current Function: Commerce/Trade, Government

Located in Caddo County, Oklahoma.

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Today in Oklahoma History

Sunday, September 18, 1864

Battle of Cabin Creek

A Confederate force of 2,000, mainly Gen. Stand Watie's Indian Brigade, intercepted a Union supply train enroute from Kansas to Ft. Gibson. The convoy of 130 wagons with supplies worth $1.5 million was captured after a heavy engagement. Last major Civil War engagement in Indian Territory. more...

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March 27, 2024

A Way To Support Blog Oklahoma

If you would like to support me or say thank you by buying me a coffee for everything I do at Blog Oklahoma, you can do so at Ko-Fi.

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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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