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Filling shells with nitro-glycerine for shooting
Filling shells with nitro-glycerine for shooting oil wells Pennsylvania USA early 1900s
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This vintage lantern slide photograph captures the intriguing process of filling oil well shells with nitro-glycerine for shooting in early 1900s Pennsylvania, USA. The image transports us back in time to an era of industrial innovation and the relentless pursuit of natural resources. A focused oilman carefully handles a glass beaker filled with the volatile liquid, meticulously pouring it into a hollowed-out oil well shell. The shell, which resembles a large, inverted bell, sits atop a wooden stand, surrounded by various tools and containers. The atmosphere is tense, with the men in the room wearing protective gear and the air thick with anticipation and caution. Nitro-glycerine, a highly sensitive explosive, was used to shatter oil-bearing formations deep within the earth. The explosive charge was placed inside the shell, which was then lowered into the well and detonated to release the trapped oil. This method was a significant advancement in the oil industry during the late Victorian and Edwardian eras, allowing for more efficient and productive drilling operations. The photograph, from The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive Collection at Mary Evans Prints Online, provides a fascinating glimpse into the past, showcasing the risks and rewards of early American industrialization.
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