A few years later, the discovery of oil in the area would follow.

The discovery of oil in the area during the 1920s led to another population boom.

It remained low until the discovery of oil in 1947.

With its use, there was a dramatic increase in the discovery of new oil.

New wealth came from the discovery of oil in the 1920s.

The discovery of oil in the 1940s transformed the state's economy.

Prior to the discovery of oil, Van was a small community.

The discovery of oil in 1948 brought regional employment to the area.

The oil discoveries in Sudan have not yet led to a return to peace.

In late 2005 and early 2006, several significant light oil discoveries were made on this concession.