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Postcard : General view of Funkville, Pennsylvania, 1864
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General view of Funkville, Pennsylvania, 1864
PENNSYLVANIA: OIL CREEK.
General view of Funkville, Pennsylvania, 1864
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Media ID 8244765
1864 Boom Town Derrick Drill Drilling Industry Oil Creek Oil Well Petroleum Shack
Postcards (8 pack of A6)
Set of 8, A6 Postcards, featuring the same image on all cards in a set. Printed on 350gsm premium white satin card, the back of the postcard includes space to write messages and an area for the address and stamp. Size of each postcard is 15cm x 10.6cm.
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Estimated Product Size is 15cm x 10.6cm (5.9" x 4.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print takes us back to the bustling streets of Funkville, Pennsylvania in 1864. The image captures a general view of this small yet thriving town during the peak of the oil boom in Oil Creek. In the foreground, we see a cluster of modest shacks that served as homes for the hardworking individuals who flocked to this area seeking fortune and opportunity. Amidst these humble dwellings, our attention is drawn to a towering derrick dominating the skyline. This impressive structure symbolizes the heart of Funkville's industry - drilling for precious petroleum deep beneath the earth's surface. It stands as a testament to both human ingenuity and determination. The scene exudes an air of excitement and progress as workers tirelessly operate their drills, extracting oil from below with hopes of striking it rich. The energy is palpable; one can almost hear the clanking machinery and feel the vibrations reverberating through every inch of this burgeoning town. Funkville was undoubtedly at its zenith during this era, with its economy fueled by oil production attracting people from all corners seeking employment or investment opportunities. This photograph serves as a visual time capsule, transporting us back to witness firsthand how an entire community thrived on America's growing obsession with petroleum. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece captured by 140_1638545, we are reminded not only of Funkville's historical significance but also how industries like these shaped our nation's landscape in profound ways that continue to impact us today
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