Vintage Stock Footage

1947 New York

Archival footage of women in military and service uniforms from the 1940s-1950s, walking in formation and interacting in various settings, capturing the era's fashion and social dynamics.

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New York (1947): Girl Opens Her Mouth To Show Two Teeth Then Is With Little Sister

New York (1947): Girl Opens Her Mouth To Show Two Teeth Then Is With Little Sister

New York (1947): A Little Boy Is Smiling And Two The Little Kids Are In A Horse

New York (1947): A Little Boy Is Smiling And Two The Little Kids Are In A Horse

New York (1947): All Women's Training Class Being Filmed For Training Video And

New York (1947): All Women's Training Class Being Filmed For Training Video And

New York (1947): Female Officers In Navy Blue Uniforms Walking In File

New York (1947): Female Officers In Navy Blue Uniforms Walking In File

New York (1947): Woman Walking Down Hall

New York (1947): Woman Walking Down Hall

New York (1947): Wide Angle View Of Clouds In A Blue And Purple Sky

New York (1947): Wide Angle View Of Clouds In A Blue And Purple Sky

New York (1947): A Young Girl And Her Sibling Dance Outside In Their Neighborhood

New York (1947): A Young Girl And Her Sibling Dance Outside In Their Neighborhood

New York (1947): Women In Black Uniforms Marching Back And Forth In A Specific

New York (1947): Women In Black Uniforms Marching Back And Forth In A Specific

New York (1947): Old Video Footage Of Father With Child At Playground On Seesaw

New York (1947): Old Video Footage Of Father With Child At Playground On Seesaw

New York (1947): Man And Woman In A Park Playing With Their Dog

New York (1947): Man And Woman In A Park Playing With Their Dog

New York (1947): Us Flag Fluttering In Wind

New York (1947): Us Flag Fluttering In Wind

New York (1947): Women In Navy Blue Uniforms Marching In File Alongside Their

New York (1947): Women In Navy Blue Uniforms Marching In File Alongside Their

New York (1947): Women In Black Walking In A Line

New York (1947): Women In Black Walking In A Line

New York (1947): Women In Black Military Uniforms Marching In Formation Around A

New York (1947): Women In Black Military Uniforms Marching In Formation Around A

New York (1947): Group Of Ladies Marching In A Pattern

New York (1947): Group Of Ladies Marching In A Pattern

New York (1947): Some Kids Doing Military School Exercises

New York (1947): Some Kids Doing Military School Exercises

New York (1947): Dad Tries To Get Sled Going Before The Children Pile On His Back

New York (1947): Dad Tries To Get Sled Going Before The Children Pile On His Back

New York (1947): A Group Of Women Practice Marching In Formation And Are Dressed

New York (1947): A Group Of Women Practice Marching In Formation And Are Dressed

New York (1947): Two Kids Playing On Monkey Bars In Playground

New York (1947): Two Kids Playing On Monkey Bars In Playground

New York (1947): Several Women In Uniform Walk Up To The Camera And Trade Off

New York (1947): Several Women In Uniform Walk Up To The Camera And Trade Off

New York (1947): Old School Friends In A Get Together On A Boat In The Lake

New York (1947): Old School Friends In A Get Together On A Boat In The Lake

New York (1947): Nothing Going On In Video

New York (1947): Nothing Going On In Video

New York (1947): Military Women Playfully Teasing Each Other While Not In Line

New York (1947): Military Women Playfully Teasing Each Other While Not In Line

New York (1947): Women Wearing Black Suits March In Line Turn About Face On A

New York (1947): Women Wearing Black Suits March In Line Turn About Face On A

Frequently asked questions

What kind of 1947 New York footage is available?

Stockfilm preserves authentic 1947 New York 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 1947 New York 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 1947 New York 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 1947 New York archival footage?

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