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Workers lowering a shell loaded with nitroglycerin to blast an oil well in Pennsylvania. Stereograph, c1914
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Workers lowering a shell loaded with nitroglycerin to blast an oil well in Pennsylvania. Stereograph, c1914
PENNSYLVANIA: OIL WELL.
Workers lowering a shell loaded with nitroglycerin to blast an oil well in Pennsylvania. Stereograph, c1914
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Media ID 8244807
1914 Build Construction Dynamite Gear Industry Machinery Oil Well Pennsylvania Pulley Wheel Working Stereograph
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print from 1914 showcases the daring and dangerous work of workers in Pennsylvania's oil industry. In this stereograph, we witness a pivotal moment as these brave men lower a shell filled with highly explosive nitroglycerin to blast an oil well. The image captures the intensity and precision required for such a task. The machinery surrounding the workers adds to the atmosphere of early industrialization, with gears and wheels symbolizing progress and innovation. Each worker plays a crucial role in this operation, their teamwork evident as they carefully maneuver the pulley system. The harsh conditions faced by these laborers are palpable; covered in dirt and sweat, they dig tirelessly to construct wells that will fuel our growing society. This snapshot represents not only their physical strength but also their unwavering determination. Pennsylvania's rich history in oil production is reflected in this photograph, reminding us of its significance within the industry during that era. It serves as a testament to human ingenuity and resilience while highlighting the risks undertaken by those who worked on these sites. As we gaze upon this historic image, let us appreciate both the advancements made possible through such endeavors and pay homage to those who dedicated themselves to shaping our modern world.
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