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Midwest City, Oklahoma

Located in Oklahoma County, Oklahoma, Midwest City was established in 1942. Built specifically to house Tinker AFB workers during WWII. Tinker AFB is one of the largest Air Force bases in the world.

Founded 1942 | Population 58,000 | Peak 58,000 (2024) | County Oklahoma County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Midwest City, Oklahoma

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1942 Founded: Built for Tinker AFB workers.

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1943 Incorporated: Midwest City was officially incorporated as a city.

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1950 Postwar Growth: Midwest City grew rapidly during the postwar suburban expansion.

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2010 Modern Era: Midwest City continued to develop as part of the greater metropolitan area, with new infrastructure and community amenities.

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Complete Historical Timeline

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Did You Know?

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Built specifically to house Tinker AFB workers during WWII.

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Tinker AFB is one of the largest Air Force bases in the world.

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Named by developer W.P. Atkinson for the Midwest.

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Midwest City is located in Oklahoma County, Oklahoma.

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Midwest City was founded in 1942.

Famous People from Midwest City, Oklahoma

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Angela Lindvall

Actor, Model · Born Jan 14, 1979 · Age 47

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Royce D. Applegate

Screenwriter, Television Actor · Born Dec 25, 1939 · Died Jan 1, 2003 (age 63)

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Matt Kemp

Baseball Player · Born Sep 23, 1984 · Age 41

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