Edwin L. Drake

Historical marker location:

Castleton, Vermont

( Marker is at the intersection of Alternate U.S. 4 and Drake Road, on the right when traveling west on U.S. 4Alternate .)

1819-1880. Founder of the Oil Industry.

Vermont was once the site of a major flood: In 1927, the state of Vermont experienced a major flood that caused extensive damage and loss of life. The flood was caused by heavy rainfall and resulted in the destruction of many homes and businesses.