History Brief: Oklahoma History: A Condensed History of the Sooner State (History Briefs) - Softcover

Reading Through History is pleased to present “History Brief: Oklahoma History”. This short volume is loaded with information relating to the major figures and events in Oklahoma History from the earliest days of exploration, all the way into the space age. Topics include, but are not limited to, the Five Civilized Tribes, the Trail of Tears, the Civil War in Indian Territory, the land run, the Green Corn Rebellion, the Tulsa Race Riot, the Dust Bowl, oil booms and busts, and the Oklahoma City Bombing. There is also a focus on major figures of Oklahoma’s past such as Sequoyah, John Ross, Elias Boudinot, Stand Watie, Jim Thorpe, Frank Phillips, “Alfalfa” Bill Murray, Will Rogers, Wiley Post, Woody Guthrie, and many, many more. Anyone interested in learning more about this great state will find something to hold their interest. This book would be a great resource for any student needing help with Oklahoma History, a teacher needing to brush up on the basic, a traveler who might be preparing to visit Oklahoma, or any fan of history just looking for a quick read.