History's 10 worst oil disasters

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As BP's Gulf oil spill trial begins, take a look back at history's worst oil disasters.

Oil platform in Gulf of Mexico catches fire — 1 / 11

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As BP's trial for the 2010 Gulf oil spill begins, take a look back at history's worst oil disasters, as compiled by CNBC.

Oil platform in Gulf of Mexico catches fire

Haven oil spill 1991

Amoco Cadiz oil spill 1978

Castillo de Bellver oil spill 1983

ABT Summer oil spill 1991

Nowruz oil field spill 1983

Gulf oil spill, muck, boots (sized)

Atlantic Empress oil spill 1979

Ixtoc oil spill 1979

Oil spill, pelican

Gulf Oil Rigs

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