The Cherokee Strip refers to a region in the central United States that was part of the land designated for the Cherokee Nation. This area, located primarily in present-day Oklahoma, was established in the 1830s when the Cherokee were forcibly relocated from their ancestral lands in the southeastern U.S. The strip was significant for its fertile soil and became a focal point for settlement and agriculture. In 1893, the Cherokee Strip was opened to non-Native settlers through a land run, leading to a rush of people seeking land and opportunity. This event marked a pivotal moment in U.S. history, as it symbolized the westward expansion and the impact on Native American lands. The strip remains an important part of the history of both the Cherokee Nation and the broader narrative of American settlement.