Pennsylvania, Venango County, near Titusville
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On this site "Col." Edwin Drake struck oil Aug. 27, 1859; the birth of the petroleum industry.
Administered by the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission.
(Exploration • Industry & Commerce) Includes location, directions, 3 photos, GPS coordinates, map.
On this site "Col." Edwin Drake struck oil Aug. 27, 1859; the birth of the petroleum industry.
Administered by the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission.(Exploration • Industry & Commerce) Includes location, directions, 3 photos, GPS coordinates, map.