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PETROLEUM: OIL CITY, 1864. A view of Oil City, Pennsylvania, refining and shipping


PETROLEUM: OIL CITY, 1864. A view of Oil City, Pennsylvania, refining and shipping


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PETROLEUM: OIL CITY, 1864. A view of Oil City, Pennsylvania, refining and shipping

PETROLEUM: OIL CITY, 1864.
A view of Oil City, Pennsylvania, refining and shipping point of the early American petroleum industry. Lithograph, 1864

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1864 Drilling Horse Drawn Industry Oil Well Petroleum Steamboat Wagon Well


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Petroleum - Oil City, 1864 - A Glimpse into the Birthplace of American Petroleum Industry

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This lithograph from 1864 takes us back to a pivotal moment in history, showcasing the bustling city of Oil City, Pennsylvania. The image offers a vivid snapshot of the early days of the American petroleum industry and its significant impact on daily life. In this scene, we are transported to a vibrant riverside setting where horse-drawn wagons and steamboats dominate the landscape. The air is filled with anticipation as workers diligently refine and ship petroleum products that would shape the future of energy consumption. The lithograph captures both the industrial prowess and natural beauty surrounding Oil City. Majestic horses pull heavy wagons laden with barrels of oil while steamboats navigate along the river's gentle currents. In this middle ground between land and water, progress unfolds before our eyes. As we delve deeper into this historical print, it becomes clear that drilling for oil was not merely an economic endeavor but also a testament to human ingenuity. This visual narrative reminds us how innovation can transform landscapes and pave new paths towards prosperity. Granger Art on Demand has preserved this remarkable piece which encapsulates an era when Oil City stood at the forefront of America's petroleum revolution. Let it transport you back in time to witness firsthand how one small town became synonymous with progress and forever altered our world's energy landscape.

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