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Oil derricks at Binagadi, north of Baku, Azerbaijan, WW1
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Oil derricks at Binagadi, north of Baku, Azerbaijan, WW1
Oil derricks at Binagadi, north of Baku, Azerbaijan, towards the end of the First World War. Date: August 1918
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Smoke billows into the sky as oil derricks stand tall at Binagadi, north of Baku, Azerbaijan in August 1918. The Great War is raging on, but here, amidst the chaos and destruction, a vital industry continues to thrive. The wooden derricks rise like sentinels from the desert landscape, their ladders stretching towards the heavens as they pump out precious oil to fuel the war effort.
As World War I rages on in Europe and beyond, Azerbaijan's oil fields are a crucial source of energy for both sides. The British and Russian forces have been battling for control of this strategic region since 1914, with Baku being a key prize due to its vast reserves of crude oil.
In this photograph taken towards the end of the war in August 1918, we see evidence of human ingenuity and determination in the face of adversity. Despite the devastation caused by conflict all around them, these workers continue to extract this vital resource from beneath their feet.
The image is a testament not only to humanity's ability to adapt and persevere but also to our enduring reliance on fossil fuels. As we look back at this moment in history, it serves as a reminder of our complex relationship with energy production and consumption.
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