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June 14, 2022

Energy and Environment
Oil Dependence and U.S. Foreign Policy

The United States' dependence on oil has long influenced its foreign policy. This timeline traces the story of U.S. oil development.

Timeline by Mohammed Aly Sergie, Kevin Lizarazo, and Jeremy Sherlick
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