Exploring Oklahoma History
We're Here to Explore the Great State of Oklahoma, to Remember Those Who Came Before Us, and Learn the Lessons of Oklahoma's Past Together.
Oklahoma Historic Place of the Day
Amphlett Brothers Drug and Jewelry Store
Amphlett Brothers Drug and Jewelry Store (added 1982 - Building - #82003669) Also known as Apache Municipal Building Evans and Coblake Aves., Apache Historic Significance: Event Area of Significance: Commerce Period of Significance: 1900-1924 Owner: Local Gov't Historic Function: Commerce/Trade Historic Sub-function: Business, Professional Current Function: Commerce/Trade, Government
Located in Caddo County, Oklahoma.
Today in Oklahoma History
Monday, May 3, 1999
1999 Moore F5 Tornado
Moore, Oklahoma, was hit by a a tornado, rated an F5 on the Fujita scale, and was one of the strongest and most destructive tornadoes ever recorded in history. The tornado, which occurred during the Oklahoma Tornado Outbreak, had an approximate recorded wind speed of 318 MPH, left a swath of destruction nearly 7 miles long, and killed 36 people in the Oklahoma City metropolitan area. more...
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