In Memory of Captain Atoka
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In memory of
Captain Atoka
Born About 1792
Died during Civil War
Signed treaty of Dancing Rabbit
Creek in 1830. Led band of Choctaws to this area, settling near Crystal in 1834. Capt. Atoka was a noted athlete, Choctaw subchief and respected leader. Atoka County and City where named in his honor.
Atoka Historical Society
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