Land Run of 1889

The Land Run of 1889 was a significant event in U.S. history where thousands of settlers raced to claim free land in what is now Oklahoma. On April 22, at noon, the U.S. government opened up 2 million acres previously designated as Native American territory. Participants, known as "Boomers," rushed to stake their claims, marking the beginning of a major land rush era. This event symbolized westward expansion and the pursuit of opportunity, but it also led to the displacement of Native American tribes and conflicts over land rights, shaping the future of the region.