Tioga North Dakota Great Northern Railroad Depot 1952 Real Photo Postcard

Tioga, North Dakota, earned its moniker as the Oil Capital of North Dakota following the momentous discovery of oil in the Williston Basin in April 1951, specifically near Tioga. This pivotal event marked the birth of the modern oil industry in the state, transforming the region from primarily agricultural to a burgeoning hub of petroleum extraction and transportation. The Great Northern Depot, prominently featured, served as a crucial logistical center, facilitating the rapid movement of personnel, equipment, and most importantly, the newly discovered crude oil.