Fort Gibson, OK
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About Fort Gibson
- • Singer Hoyt Axton, known for "Joy to the World," was born in Fort Gibson.
- • The first school in present-day Oklahoma was established at Fort Gibson in 1824.
- • Its strategic location on the Arkansas River made it a key military post.
- • Legend says gold is buried near the fort, hidden during the Civil War.
- • The Great Depression significantly impacted the town's economy and population.
- • Named in 1824 for Colonel George Gibson, it protected the frontier.
- • With 3,654 residents, it's smaller than many Oklahoma towns.
- • Sitting at 584 feet, it's higher than the Arkansas River floodplain.
- • Agriculture and related services are important to the local economy.
- • Fort Gibson has a peaceful, historic atmosphere and small-town charm.
- • The Tulsa Drillers, a minor league baseball team, play nearby.
- • Fort Gibson High School's football team has a rich history of success.
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