1956 Map of Cement

About this map

Cement and Cyril anchor this mid-century landscape where the industrial footprint of the energy sector meets deeply rooted Indigenous and pioneer history. The topography is defined by the heavy presence of oil wells and a substantial Oil Refinery situated just south of Cyril, illustrating the region's economic drivers during the 1950s. This industrial layer exists alongside significant cultural landmarks, including the Little Washita Indian Church, Cyril Indian Mission, and the Washita Indian Cemetery, which speak to the complex heritage of the Caddo and Comanche county borderlands.