10 Interesting Fact About The history of oil drilling
10 Interesting Fact About The history of oil drilling
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Oil drilling was first carried out by the Chinese in the 4th century BC by collecting oil that appeared to the surface of the earth.
In North America, oil drilling was first carried out in 1859 in Titusville, Pennsylvania by Edwin L. Drake.
Initially, oil is used for lighting and lubricants of industrial engines, not as vehicle fuel.
Sea drilling was first carried out in 1896 in California, United States.
In 1901, drilling in Spindletop, Texas produced large amounts of oil and became a turning point in the history of the oil industry.
In the 1920s, oil drilling in the Middle East produced large oil production and changed the economy of the region.
During World War II, oil became a very important resource and played an important role in the victory of allies.
In the 1970s, the oil crisis occurred when OPEC countries decided to raise oil prices dramatically.
Oil drilling technology continues to develop, with the introduction of horizontal technology and deep sea drilling.
Although oil drilling has a negative impact on the environment, such as air and water pollution, the oil industry remains an important resource for many countries around the world.
