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A gusher amongst the oil wells in the San Joaquin Valley, California, United States of America, c. 1915. Millions of barrels of oil were lost through the inability to check the flow of such gushers. From Wonderful California, published 1915
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A gusher amongst the oil wells in the San Joaquin Valley, California, United States of America, c. 1915. Millions of barrels of oil were lost through the inability to check the flow of such gushers. From Wonderful California, published 1915
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1915 20th Century California Crude Industry Occupation Oil Field Oil Well Petroleum Wells Worker Workers Working Oil Wells San Joaquin Valley
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This print captures the chaotic scene of a gusher amidst the oil wells in the San Joaquin Valley, California, around 1915. The sheer power and force of this natural phenomenon is evident as it spews forth millions of barrels of precious oil. In an era when technology struggled to control such unruly flows, vast quantities were lost due to the inability to check these gushers. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the challenges faced by workers in the early days of America's booming petroleum industry. These hardworking individuals risked their lives daily, laboring tirelessly amidst towering derricks and sprawling fields in pursuit of liquid gold. Published in "Wonderful California" in 1915, this archival photograph offers us a glimpse into a pivotal moment in history – a time when crude oil was transforming economies and shaping nations. It symbolizes both hope and frustration; hope for untold riches buried beneath our feet but also frustration at our limited ability to harness its potential. As we gaze upon this snapshot from over a century ago, we are transported back to an age where progress was measured by each drop extracted from these wells. Let us not forget those who paved the way for modern-day advancements within this vital industry that continues to fuel our world today.
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