Wyoming Territory

Wyoming Territory was an organized territory of the United States that existed from 1868 until its admission to the Union as the State of Wyoming in 1890. Cheyenne was the territorial capital. The boundaries of Wyoming Territory were identical those of the modern state of Wyoming.

Wyoming Territory

The territory was formally organized by Act of Congress on July 25, 1868. At the time of its formation, it took land from the Dakota, Idaho, and Utah Territories. It was admitted to the Union as the 44th state on July 10, 1890.

Related Topics:
Congress - July 25 - 1868 - July 10 - 1890

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