Events with tag - Technological Advancement

August 27, 1859

First Commercial Oil Well in America

Edwin Drake struck oil near Titusville, Pennsylvania, at a depth of 69.5 feet, producing 25 barrels of crude oil per day. This groundbreaking discovery launched the modern petroleum industry and transformed America's energy landscape.

January 1, 1865

Second Industrial Revolution

The Second Industrial Revolution (1865-1900) transformed America into a global industrial powerhouse through groundbreaking innovations in electricity, steel production, and manufacturing methods, led by visionaries like Edison, Carnegie, and Rockefeller.

October 4, 1957

Space Race Begins

The Space Race began during the Cold War, marked by the Soviet Union's launch of Sputnik 1 on October 4, 1957. This event prompted President Eisenhower to establish NASA and implement crucial educational and technological initiatives to advance American space capabilities.