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In the late 19th century, Baku experienced a massive oil boom. Which Swedish family played a pioneering role there?

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Correct answer: Nobel family

The Nobel brothers established the Branobel oil company in Baku, which became one of the largest oil enterprises in the world. Alfred Nobel's fortune, which funds the famous Nobel Prizes, was heavily built on his shares in Baku's booming oil fields. Photo: Unknown authorUnknown author, Wikimedia Commons, Public domain.

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