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OKLAHOMA: OIL WELL, c1944. Wildcat oil drillers, independent of an oil company
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OKLAHOMA: OIL WELL, c1944. Wildcat oil drillers, independent of an oil company
OKLAHOMA: OIL WELL, c1944.
Wildcat oil drillers, independent of an oil company, using tools called tongs that are clamped on the drill to unscrew the stem, section by section after the drilling far below the earths surface is finished, at an Oklahoma oil well. Photograph, c1944. From the Farm Security Administration photography project, a New Deal Pr
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Media ID 13216115
1944 Coverall Denim Dirty Drill Drilling Effort Independent Industry New Deal Oil Well Oklahoma Overalls Petroleum Pipe Southwest Tong Tool Driller Wildcat
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This print titled "OKLAHOMA: OIL WELL, c1944" takes us back to a time when the American oil industry was booming. In this image, we witness the relentless efforts of wildcat oil drillers who operated independently from any major oil company. These courageous men are seen using their trusty tools called tongs to carefully unscrew the stem section by section after completing drilling deep below the earth's surface. The photograph captures the essence of hard work and determination that defined this era in Oklahoma's history. The driller, covered head to toe in dirty denim overalls, represents the epitome of an American worker dedicated to his craft. With sweat on his brow and hands firmly gripping the tongs, he symbolizes both physical strength and mental resilience required for such demanding work. Taken as part of the Farm Security Administration photography project during President Roosevelt's New Deal program, this image showcases not only a specific moment in time but also serves as a testament to human perseverance amidst challenging circumstances. It reminds us of how individuals took matters into their own hands during times when opportunities were scarce. As we gaze upon this powerful photograph from Granger Art on Demand's collection, we are transported back to an era where independent spirit thrived alongside industrial progress—a reminder that even without commercial backing or support from large corporations, ordinary people can achieve extraordinary feats through sheer determination and unwavering dedication.
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