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1.1
Major Native American tribes and their cultures
1.2
Pre-Columbian settlements and trade networks
1.3
Tribal governance and social structures
1.4
Native American interactions with early European explorers
2.1
Spanish and French exploration of Oklahoma
2.2
Early trading posts and fur trade
2.3
Impact of European contact on Native American societies
3.1
Indian Removal Act and its consequences
3.2
The Five Civilized Tribes and their forced relocation
3.3
The Trail of Tears: routes, experiences, and impact
4.1
Establishment and organization of Indian Territory
4.2
Native American adaptation and resistance to change
4.3
Impact of railroads and cattle drives
5.1
Oklahoma's role in the Civil War
5.2
Post-war treaties and tribal realignment
5.3
Reconstruction policies and their effects on Indian Territory
6.1
Goals and provisions of the Dawes Act
6.2
Implementation and impact on tribal lands
6.3
Consequences for Native American culture and sovereignty
7.1
The Unassigned Lands and land run preparations
7.2
The Land Run of 1889 and subsequent land openings
7.3
Oklahoma statehood process and constitutional convention
7.4
Early state government and political developments
8.1
Agricultural expansion and rural life
8.2
Urban growth and industrialization
8.3
Early oil discoveries and boom towns
9.1
Causes and environmental impact of the Dust Bowl
9.2
Social and economic effects of the Great Depression
9.3
New Deal programs and their influence on Oklahoma
10.1
Oklahoma's military contributions and bases
10.2
Wartime industries and economic changes
10.3
Social impacts and demographic shifts
11.1
Economic growth and diversification
11.2
Oil and natural gas industry developments
11.3
Urban expansion and infrastructure improvements
12.1
Desegregation and the Civil Rights Movement in Oklahoma
12.2
Native American rights and tribal sovereignty
12.3
Women's rights and changing social norms
13.1
Economic diversification and modern industries
13.2
Environmental issues and natural resource management
13.3
Cultural diversity and demographic changes
13.4
Current political landscape and policy challenges