Lawton, OK
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About Lawton
- • Country music star Bryan White, known for his 90s hits, hails from Lawton.
- • The Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge's unique habitat and conservation efforts began here.
- • Land lottery of 1901 put Lawton on the map, drawing settlers seeking opportunity.
- • Lawton is home to the Museum of the Great Plains, exploring regional history.
- • The Great Depression hit Lawton hard, impacting agriculture and local businesses.
- • It was named for General Henry Ware Lawton in 1901, honoring his military service.
- • With over 90,000 residents, it's Oklahoma's fifth-largest city, smaller than Norman.
- • Sitting at 1,109 feet above sea level, the air is drier than in eastern Oklahoma.
- • Fort Sill and related military activities drive Lawton's economy.
- • Lawton feels like a friendly, patriotic place with a strong sense of community.
- • Oklahoma City Thunder games provide NBA excitement less than 90 miles away.
- • Cameron University's Aggies have a strong rivalry with other regional colleges.
Artists From Lawton
Songs About Lawton
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