The Oklahoma Panhandle, nicknamed "No Man's Land," is a sparsely populated area steeped in a lawless history stretching from the mid-1800s until its incorporation into Oklahoma Territory in 1890. Once a vast expanse where buffalo roamed and cattlemen established squatter towns, the region was left ungoverned following the Compromise of 1850. Today, while still relatively empty with fewer than 30,000 residents, the panhandle offers intriguing destinations that attract visitors interested in exploring its unique character and historical significance, despite its tumultuous past.
"The panhandle is sparsely populated, with less than 30,000 residing across its three counties, only accounting for about 1% of Oklahoma's population."
"No Man's Land remained lawless for decades, with buffalo hunting and squatter towns thriving in areas unclaimed by governmental authority."
"Not considered part of Oklahoma until 1890, the panhandle's history is rooted in westward expansion and contested territories."
"Today, it's populated and showcases unique destinations that make it ideal for a kitschy road trip, despite its lawless past."
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