5 Oklahoma Nicknames and the History Behind Them Visual Story

By Gabrielle T

Introduction

5 Oklahoma Nicknames and the History Behind Them Visual Story

Learning Oklahoma nicknames can help you get to know this part of the US a...

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Boomer's Paradise

Boomer's Paradise is an Oklahoma nickname that dates back to the years following the Civil...

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Cowboy Country

After the 19th-century rush that saw thousands of people flock to Oklahoma's unassigned lands, the...

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Sooner State

The Sooner State is by far the most popular nickname for Oklahoma. This name references...

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Panhandle State

If you look at a map, you'll notice Oklahoma has a strange shape due to...

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Cowpoke State

Though it's not one of the most common Oklahoma state nicknames, Cowpoke State is a...

Conclusion

In Summary

While Oklahoma might not have many nicknames, each of its monikers is rooted in the...

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