In this episode of the Yore Town Podcast, Matt and Megh discuss the history of Copperfield, a former town in Oregon. The town was founded in the late 1800s due to the presence of copper mines. However, it was later revealed that there was no actual copper in Copperfield, and the town primarily catered to the needs of construction workers. The town became known for its corruption, violence, and illicit activities. Martial law was eventually declared to clean up the town, but it ultimately declined and became a ghost town.

Takeaways

• Copperfield was founded due to the presence of copper mines, but there was no actual copper in the town.
• The town became known for its corruption, violence, and illicit activities.
• Martial law was declared to clean up the town, but it ultimately declined and became a ghost town.
• The history of Copperfield highlights the challenges and struggles faced by mining towns in the Wild West.

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