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Chickasaw National Recreation Area
Buffalo Springs
 
Buffalo Springs area, circa 1935
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Buffalo Springs area, circa 1935. Taken shortly after the completion of CCC work, this photograph shows the spring enclosure and nearby parking area.
 

Buffalo Spring surfaces in a rock-bound pool in a restful glade near the eastern edge of the park. 
CCC tree transplant crew 1930s
Civilian Conservation Corps
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A bison and calf  

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A Bison herd has been a central feature of the Platt Historic District [formerly Platt National Park, 1906-1976] since 1920. In February of 1920, three bison were transported here via horse-drawn wagon from Oklahoma's Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge.
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