Vintage Stock Footage

1944 Papua New Guinea

Archival 16mm film footage from 1960s New Guinea, showcasing indigenous people, lush jungle landscapes, and the Madzab Airfield, evoking a sense of historical exploration and cultural discovery.

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Papua New Guinea (1944): Water Gently Running Along The Side Of A Small Landmass

Papua New Guinea (1944): Water Gently Running Along The Side Of A Small Landmass

Papua New Guinea (1944): A Slow Moving View Of A Lake Surrounding A Small Landmass

Papua New Guinea (1944): A Slow Moving View Of A Lake Surrounding A Small Landmass

Papua New Guinea (1944): The Last Life Of The Old Freedom Birds Of The Usa

Papua New Guinea (1944): The Last Life Of The Old Freedom Birds Of The Usa

Papua New Guinea (1944): Two Airplanes Taxi Down The Runway On Their Way From The

Papua New Guinea (1944): Two Airplanes Taxi Down The Runway On Their Way From The

Papua New Guinea (1944): Old Dirt Road Cars Trucks

Papua New Guinea (1944): Old Dirt Road Cars Trucks

Papua New Guinea (1944): Green Mountain By Water Source

Papua New Guinea (1944): Green Mountain By Water Source

Papua New Guinea (1944): A Beautiful Mountain Range Barely Visible Beneath The

Papua New Guinea (1944): A Beautiful Mountain Range Barely Visible Beneath The

Papua New Guinea (1944): Camera Pans Across The Tree Line Which Is In Front Of

Papua New Guinea (1944): Camera Pans Across The Tree Line Which Is In Front Of

Papua New Guinea (1944): Kids Walking Around

Papua New Guinea (1944): Kids Walking Around

Papua New Guinea (1944): The United States Armed Forces Cemetery In New Guinea Is

Papua New Guinea (1944): The United States Armed Forces Cemetery In New Guinea Is

Papua New Guinea (1944): Asiatic History Documentary

Papua New Guinea (1944): Asiatic History Documentary

Papua New Guinea (1944): Once Upon A Time There Was A Man In A Jungle

Papua New Guinea (1944): Once Upon A Time There Was A Man In A Jungle

Papua New Guinea (1944): A Long Tree With The Background Of Sky Which Is Slightly

Papua New Guinea (1944): A Long Tree With The Background Of Sky Which Is Slightly

Papua New Guinea (1944): Old Footage Of Mountain Scenery And Three Guys On The

Papua New Guinea (1944): Old Footage Of Mountain Scenery And Three Guys On The

Papua New Guinea (1944): Several Airplanes Preparing To Take Off From An Airport

Papua New Guinea (1944): Several Airplanes Preparing To Take Off From An Airport

Papua New Guinea (1944): Coastal Scene With Boats And An Active Seaport

Papua New Guinea (1944): Coastal Scene With Boats And An Active Seaport

Papua New Guinea (1944): Scenery Of A Body Of Water And Mountains From Aerial View

Papua New Guinea (1944): Scenery Of A Body Of Water And Mountains From Aerial View

Papua New Guinea (1944): The Horizon Of A Bright Blue Sky With White Clouds

Papua New Guinea (1944): The Horizon Of A Bright Blue Sky With White Clouds

Papua New Guinea (1944): Beautiful View Of Clouds And Mountains Over A Lake

Papua New Guinea (1944): Beautiful View Of Clouds And Mountains Over A Lake

Papua New Guinea (1944): People Walking Through Recently Chopped Down Area Of

Papua New Guinea (1944): People Walking Through Recently Chopped Down Area Of

Papua New Guinea (1944): Four Local Natives Strolling Along Laughing And Joking

Papua New Guinea (1944): Four Local Natives Strolling Along Laughing And Joking

Papua New Guinea (1944): A Group Of African Men Walking Together

Papua New Guinea (1944): A Group Of African Men Walking Together

Papua New Guinea (1944): A Cemetery With Lot Of Tombs Of Deceased Army Personnel

Papua New Guinea (1944): A Cemetery With Lot Of Tombs Of Deceased Army Personnel

Papua New Guinea (1944): A Large Field Full Of Crosses Marking Burial Places At A

Papua New Guinea (1944): A Large Field Full Of Crosses Marking Burial Places At A

Frequently asked questions

What kind of 1944 Papua New Guinea footage is available?

Stockfilm preserves authentic 1944 Papua New Guinea home movies — 8mm, Super 8, and 16mm reels restored to 4K. Expect candid daily life, streetscapes, travel, family events, and period-accurate fashion and vehicles, all shot on real film stock from the era.

What format was 1944 Papua New Guinea footage shot on?

Most 1940s home movies were captured on 8mm Standard, 16mm, or — by the late 1960s — Super 8 film. We scan original reels at 4K and color-correct each clip while preserving authentic film grain.

Can I license 1944 Papua New Guinea stock footage commercially?

Yes. The clips shown on this page are available for royalty-free direct licensing from Stockfilm for film, documentary, advertising, and online use.

Where can I download 1944 Papua New Guinea archival footage?

Open a clip from the collection above, choose License Direct, and complete checkout to receive the licensed master download from Stockfilm.