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This book offers a comprehensive history of Moore, Oklahoma, detailing the city's growth and transformation from its early settlement to its current status as a thriving suburban community within the Oklahoma City metropolitan area. Structured into 20 chapters, the work explores the city's geography, founding, demographic shifts, political history, economic evolution, urban development, cultural dynamics, and environmental challenges. Special attention is given to Moore's role in national and global contexts, including its contributions to suburbanization, technological innovation, and disaster resilience. Through detailed analysis of key public figures, social movements, and significant events, the book illuminates how Moore navigated periods of crisis and growth, offering insights into the broader American and global narratives of migration, education, and sustainability. This erudite and engaging narrative positions Moore as a microcosm of American suburban life, while also reflecting the complex forces shaping the 21st-century world.