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TEXAS: OIL WELL, 1939. Workers cleaning off the rotary table with water at a oil well in Kilgore
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TEXAS: OIL WELL, 1939. Workers cleaning off the rotary table with water at a oil well in Kilgore
TEXAS: OIL WELL, 1939.
Workers cleaning off the rotary table with water at a oil well in Kilgore, Texas. Photograph by Russell Lee, April 1939
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1939 April Cigarette Cleaning Coverall Deck Dirty Drill Drilling Equipment Great Depression Hose Industry Kilgore New Deal Oil Well Rope Rotary Russell Smoking Southwest Texas Water
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This photograph, titled "TEXAS: OIL WELL, 1939" transports us back to a pivotal moment in American history. Taken by Russell Lee in April 1939, the image captures a group of hardworking men diligently cleaning off the rotary table with water at an oil well in Kilgore, Texas. The scene exudes a sense of grit and determination as these workers navigate the early days of drilling for oil during the Great Depression. Clad in dirty coveralls and donning hats to shield themselves from the scorching Texan sun, they epitomize resilience amidst adversity. Lee's composition skillfully highlights not only the workers but also their surroundings. The deck is strewn with ropes and equipment while a cigarette dangles from one man's lips, symbolizing both respite and escape from their arduous labor. This photograph serves as a powerful testament to the impact of industry on America's economic recovery during this era. It showcases how individuals were employed through government initiatives like Roosevelt's New Deal program, which aimed to alleviate unemployment by investing in infrastructure projects such as oil wells. As we gaze upon this snapshot frozen in time, we are reminded of the vital role played by these men who helped fuel America's growth. Their dedication echoes throughout history as they laid down foundations for future generations within Texas' booming oil industry.
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