Valliant was founded in 1902 when the railroad came through the area, and a post office was opened there. The Oklahoma town was named for Frank Valliant, who was an engineer with the railroad. The McCurtain County town was incorporated in 1904.
 
 
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First Baptist Church of Valliant
Affiliated with the Southern Baptist Convention, the congregation meets at its facilities in Valliant, Oklahoma. Its ministries and beliefs are outlined, and a calendar of worship services, programs and events are published.
http://www.fbcvalliant.com/
Chartered as the Bank of Valliant in 1904, the bank continues to serve the financial interests of the Valliant, Oklahoma community. Its account services are highlighted, its location and times of operation are posted, and Internet banking services are available through the site.
http://www.fsbvalliant.com/
First United Methodist Church of Valliant
The beliefs and practices of the UMC congregation in Valliant, Oklahoma are outlined, and a schedule of worship services, programs and upcoming events is published to the site, along with a selection of Bible study aids.
http://www.fumcvalliant.com/
Previously known as Joseph Milligan Trucking, Inc., the truck repair shop is located in Valliant, Oklahoma. Its location, services, service area, hours of operation, and contacts are given.
http://www.jmtitruckshopok.com/
The Valliant, Oklahoma library is part of the Southeastern Public Library System of Oklahoma. Its address, hours of operation and contacts are posted, along with a calendar of programs and events, announcements and several online resources.
http://www.oklibrary.net/valliant/
Operating an elementary, middle and high school program in Valliant, Oklahoma, the public school administrative district and its schools are highlighted, including its extracurricular and athletics programs, emergency procedures, and a school calendar.
http://www.vpsd.org/
Valliant, Oklahoma Chamber of Commerce
The non-profit organization is comprised of local businesses and professional people. Membership information is given, along with a schedule of meetings and sponsored events, maps, and area news.
http://www.valliantchamber.org/