Historical Events tagged with "oklahoma city"
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Politics & Government
Oklahoma Land Rush Begins with Thousands Claiming Land
April 22nd, 1889 135 years ago
At noon, thousands of settlers rushed to stake their claims in the unassigned lands of Oklahoma after government officials opened the territory for settlement. This historic event attracted a massive influx of settlers eager for land ownership and opportunity. Within hours of the land rush, two cities, Oklahoma City and Guthrie, emerged from the chaos, each quickly amassing populations of over 10,000. This fervent activity marked a significant moment in America's westward expansion.
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