The Rise of Oil
The early oil industry was dominated by kerosene for lighting, with Rockefeller emerging as a key player. His control of refining allowed him to dictate market dynamics, driving competitors out of business or forcing them to sell. Interestingly, while many anticipated the decline of oil with the advent of electric lighting, it was the rise of the automobile that ultimately transformed gasoline into a valuable commodity.In this clip
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Daniel Yergin – Oil Explains the Entire 20th Century
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