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Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma: Allen Wright

For Students Pre-K - 1st
A very brief biography of Allen Wright, who became Chief of the Choctaw Nation in 1866.
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Oklahoma Council for Social Studies: Allen Wright [Doc]

For Students 3rd - 8th
A brief explanation of how Oklahoma got its name.
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Chronicles of Oklahoma: Chief Allen Wright

For Students 9th - 10th
An excerpt from a history of Oklahoma, this eight-page section covers the biography and accomplishments of Allen Wright. Among other notable accomplishments, Wright is credited with suggesting the name "Oklahoma" for the territories...