Oklahoma City Oil Derrick Operations August 1939

An oil derrick operates in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, circa August 1939. Workers, known as roughnecks, insert lengths of pipe into the elevator while pulling casings, showcasing the labor-intensive process of oil extraction. Oklahoma was a significant hub for the oil industry in the 20th century, contributing greatly to the states economy and development.

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