
Boom Town (1889) w/ Sam Anderson
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Chaos and Community: The Birth of Oklahoma City
This chapter examines the rapid transformation of Oklahoma City from wilderness to metropolis during the chaotic land run of 1889. It highlights the struggles between aspirations of Manifest Destiny and the tough realities faced by settlers, while exploring the ethical challenges of property rights and community establishment in this newly formed urban landscape.
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