This interactive map shows the largest oil spills from tanker accidents and drilling operations, as well as a number of other notable spills
Click: The largest oil spills in history, 1901 to present
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Ian Angus is editor of the ecosocialist journal Climate & Capitalism. His recent books include Facing the Anthropocene and A Redder Shade of Green, both published by Monthly Review Press.
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