Civil War Sites in Oklahoma (open access)

Civil War Sites in Oklahoma

Article provides a detailed description of 86 historic sites in Oklahoma related to the Civil War in honor of its centennial, supported by extensive field research and consultation of sources. The list is arranged alphabetically by county.
Date: Summer 1966
Creator: Wright, Muriel H. (Muriel Hazel), 1889-1975 & Fischer, LeRoy H.
Object Type: Article
System: The Gateway to Oklahoma History
The Place of Indian Territory in the Command Structure of the Civil War (open access)

The Place of Indian Territory in the Command Structure of the Civil War

Article describes the Union (or Federal) army and Confederate army commanders who were in charge of the different areas of Indian Territory throughout the years of the Civil War, from 1861 to 1865.
Date: Winter 1967
Creator: Shirk, George H.
Object Type: Article
System: The Gateway to Oklahoma History
Confederate Indian Forces Outside of Indian Territory (open access)

Confederate Indian Forces Outside of Indian Territory

Article narrates the battles fought by American Indian and Confederate regiments against the Union during the American Civil War. The battles described were fought outside of Indian Territory, the site of modern day Oklahoma.
Date: Summer 1968
Creator: Fischer, LeRoy H. & Gill, Jerry L.
Object Type: Article
System: The Gateway to Oklahoma History
The Honey Springs National Battlefield Park Movement (open access)

The Honey Springs National Battlefield Park Movement

Article outlines the events surrounding the centennial anniversary of the Battle of Honey Springs, the largest battle fought during the Civil War within present-day Oklahoma. The battle was the catalyst for Federal troops to gain control of the territory through the capture of Fort Smith. A commemorative park was created for the battlefield.
Date: Spring 1969
Creator: Fischer, LeRoy H.
Object Type: Article
System: The Gateway to Oklahoma History
The Second Federal Invasion of Indian Territory (open access)

The Second Federal Invasion of Indian Territory

Article relates the events of the second expedition, or invasion, led by federal forces into Indian Territory during the Civil War. William J. Willey explores the course of the military struggles that followed as an important phase of the Civil War.
Date: Winter 1966
Creator: Willey, William J.
Object Type: Article
System: The Gateway to Oklahoma History
Negro Troop Activity in Indian Territory, 1863-1865 (open access)

Negro Troop Activity in Indian Territory, 1863-1865

Article outlines the history and accomplishments of various Black infantry regiments throughout the Civil War. This was the first time in United States history that Black men were allowed to fight as soldiers for the country.
Date: Spring 1969
Creator: Rampp, Lary C.
Object Type: Article
System: The Gateway to Oklahoma History
The First Federal Invasion of Indian Territory (open access)

The First Federal Invasion of Indian Territory

Article relates the events of the federal military expedition of 1862 led by Colonel William Weer into Indian Territory during the Civil War. Gary N. Heath describes the battles that occurred with Confederate forces during the "Indian Expedition."
Date: Winter 1966
Creator: Heath, Gary N.
Object Type: Article
System: The Gateway to Oklahoma History
The Battle of Chustenahlah (open access)

The Battle of Chustenahlah

Article describes the events of the Battle of Chustenahlah, a battle waged between Confederate troops led by Colonel James McIntosh and Colonel D. H. Cooper and a Union faction of the Muscogee (Creek) Nation led by Opothleyohola near Hominy Creek in Osage County.
Date: Summer 1960
Creator: Shoemaker, Arthur
Object Type: Article
System: The Gateway to Oklahoma History
Confederate Treaties with the Tribes of Indian Territory (open access)

Confederate Treaties with the Tribes of Indian Territory

Article explores the various treaties the Confederate states made with American Indian nations during the Civil War. Kinneth McNeil describes the officials involved, the legal ramifications of these treaties, and the draw of equality these treaties afforded.
Date: Winter 1964
Creator: McNeil, Kinneth
Object Type: Article
System: The Gateway to Oklahoma History
Confederate Indian Troop Conditions in 1864 (open access)

Confederate Indian Troop Conditions in 1864

Article describes the consolidated units of American Indian forces during the Civil War known as the Indian Division of Brigadier-General D. H. Cooper. Allan C. Ashcraft includes an inspection report by Captain B. W. Marston highlighting the faults of Cooper's command and subsequent correspondence between Confederate officials.
Date: Winter 1963
Creator: Ashcraft, Allan C.
Object Type: Article
System: The Gateway to Oklahoma History
The Second Battle of Cabin Creek, 1864 (open access)

The Second Battle of Cabin Creek, 1864

Article discusses the events of the second battle of Cabin Creek between Union (or Federal) and Confederate forces during the Civil War. Marvin J. Hancock describes the battle maneuvers, the leaders of the brigades, and the impact of the Confederate victory.
Date: Winter 1961
Creator: Hancock, Marvin J.
Object Type: Article
System: The Gateway to Oklahoma History
Twilight of the Confederacy in Indian Territory (open access)

Twilight of the Confederacy in Indian Territory

Article discusses the fall of the Confederate Army in Indian Territory during the Civil War, and the details of battles and commanders who clashed during this time. Fred Hood describes American Indian participation in the war and the military campaign of Stand Watie.
Date: Winter 1963
Creator: Hood, Fred
Object Type: Article
System: The Gateway to Oklahoma History
Confederate Postal System in the Indian Territory (open access)

Confederate Postal System in the Indian Territory

Article discusses the issues and solutions that developed during the establishment and operation of the Confederate Postal System in Indian Territory in the Civil War Era. George H. Shirk constructs a picture of the events through the inclusion of correspondence from mail carriers and postmasters.
Date: Summer 1963
Creator: Shirk, George H.
Object Type: Article
System: The Gateway to Oklahoma History
The Location of the Battle of Round Mountains (open access)

The Location of the Battle of Round Mountains

Article provides a summary of the information collected by the author from various sources about the location of the Battle of Round Mountain. Angie Debo discusses the debate over its precise location and the work of the Payne County Historical Society.
Date: Spring 1963
Creator: Debo, Angie
Object Type: Article
System: The Gateway to Oklahoma History
Notes and Documents, Summer 1962 (open access)

Notes and Documents, Summer 1962

Notes and Documents column including documents about the Civil War centennial, OHS awards, the history of the Grand River Dam Authority, a tribute to public librarian Mrs. Lester O'Riley, a letter from President Herbert Hoover, a bronze portrait of Sequoyah, dedication of the restoration of the old Cherokee capital of New Echota, and the contents of the Thomas J. Harrison pamphlet collection.
Date: Summer 1962
Creator: Oklahoma Historical Society
Object Type: Article
System: The Gateway to Oklahoma History
Notes and Documents, Fall 1966 (open access)

Notes and Documents, Fall 1966

Notes and Documents column including correspondence, biographical sketches, a report from the Oklahoma State University Department of History, and an announcement about the sale of rare books.
Date: Autumn 1966
Creator: Butler, Edward; Mayes, Mayme B.; Ross, Shorey W.; Knight, Homer L. & Shirk, George H.
Object Type: Article
System: The Gateway to Oklahoma History
My Escape from the South in 1861 (open access)

My Escape from the South in 1861

Article presents the account of the Revered John Edwards, a missionary to the Choctaws at the Wheelock Mission in Oklahoma, about his leaving the South at the beginning of the Civil War. Edwards explains various personal views, including his distaste for slavery, his faith, and reasons for leaving.
Date: Spring 1965
Creator: Edwards, John, 1828-1903 & Wright, Muriel H. (Muriel Hazel), 1889-1975
Object Type: Article
System: The Gateway to Oklahoma History
Phases of Reconstruction in the Choctaw Nation, 1865-1870 (open access)

Phases of Reconstruction in the Choctaw Nation, 1865-1870

Article chronicles how the Choctaw Nation attempted to reestablished law and order in the years after the Civil War. During this time, the Choctaw lands were left barren, causing a shortage in the food supply and widespread looting of personal property.
Date: Summer 1969
Creator: Kensell, Lewis Anthony
Object Type: Article
System: The Gateway to Oklahoma History
Chronicles of Oklahoma, Volume 39, Number 4, Winter 1961-62 (open access)

Chronicles of Oklahoma, Volume 39, Number 4, Winter 1961-62

Quarterly publication containing articles, book reviews, photographs, illustrations, and other works documenting Oklahoma history and preservation.
Date: Winter 1961
Creator: Oklahoma Historical Society
Object Type: Journal/Magazine/Newsletter
System: The Gateway to Oklahoma History
Chronicles of Oklahoma, Volume 47, Number 1, Spring 1969 (open access)

Chronicles of Oklahoma, Volume 47, Number 1, Spring 1969

Quarterly publication containing articles, book reviews, photographs, illustrations, and other works documenting Oklahoma history and preservation.
Date: Spring 1969
Creator: Oklahoma Historical Society
Object Type: Journal/Magazine/Newsletter
System: The Gateway to Oklahoma History
Chronicles of Oklahoma, Volume 44, Number 2, Summer 1966 (open access)

Chronicles of Oklahoma, Volume 44, Number 2, Summer 1966

Quarterly publication containing articles, book reviews, photographs, illustrations, and other works documenting Oklahoma history and preservation.
Date: Summer 1966
Creator: Oklahoma Historical Society
Object Type: Journal/Magazine/Newsletter
System: The Gateway to Oklahoma History
Chronicles of Oklahoma, Volume 45, Number 3, Autumn 1967 (open access)

Chronicles of Oklahoma, Volume 45, Number 3, Autumn 1967

Quarterly publication containing articles, book reviews, photographs, illustrations, and other works documenting Oklahoma history and preservation.
Date: Autumn 1967
Creator: Oklahoma Historical Society
Object Type: Journal/Magazine/Newsletter
System: The Gateway to Oklahoma History
Chronicles of Oklahoma, Volume 45, Number 4, Winter 1967-68 (open access)

Chronicles of Oklahoma, Volume 45, Number 4, Winter 1967-68

Quarterly publication containing articles, book reviews, photographs, illustrations, and other works documenting Oklahoma history and preservation. Index to volume 45 starts after page 506.
Date: Winter 1967
Creator: Oklahoma Historical Society
Object Type: Journal/Magazine/Newsletter
System: The Gateway to Oklahoma History
Chronicles of Oklahoma, Volume 45, Number 2, Summer 1967 (open access)

Chronicles of Oklahoma, Volume 45, Number 2, Summer 1967

Quarterly publication containing articles, book reviews, photographs, illustrations, and other works documenting Oklahoma history and preservation.
Date: Summer 1967
Creator: Oklahoma Historical Society
Object Type: Journal/Magazine/Newsletter
System: The Gateway to Oklahoma History