Episode 4 of 4
Well Fire in 1859
- When
- October 1859
- Where
- Drake Well site
The original structures at the Drake Well caught fire in October 1859 and were rebuilt by Drake a month later.
Following the successful drilling, the original structures at the well site caught fire in October 1859. Drake rebuilt the structures a month later, ensuring the well's continued operation during the early stages of the oil rush.
Sources
- Drake Well Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-04
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