Oklahoma Entering Indian Territory Historical Sign
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| Historical marker indicating entry into Indian Territory, home of the Five Civilized Tribes. Details the history of Ft. Smith, the first U.S. fort in Indian Territory, founded 1817. Mentions the first highway in Oklahoma, 56 miles from Ft. Smith to Ft. Gibson, completed in 1827. Notes that Gen. Zachary Taylor, stationed at these posts from 1841-45, traveled this highway. The sign is located just inside the border of Oklahoma. |
