Historical Oil Drilling Sites

Black and white images depicting oil derricks and drilling equipment from the mid-20th century, showcasing historical extraction methods and machinery.

The derrick and drilling plant at Exmouth Gulf, Western Australian, where oil has been discovered. The map shows the position of the oil-bearing site on the west coast of Australia. December 5, 1953.
The derrick and drilling plant at Exmouth Gulf, Western Australian, where oil has been discovered. The map shows the position of the oil-bearing site on the west coast of Australia. December 5, 1953.