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): Man Tosses Bricks To Two Men Working Above On Scaffolding

New York (1947): Man Tosses Bricks To Two Men Working Above On Scaffolding

New York (1947): A Parade Or Procession Of Both Military Men And Members Of The

New York (1947): A Parade Or Procession Of Both Military Men And Members Of The

New York (1947): 3 People Black And White

New York (1947): 3 People Black And White

New York (1947): Child Wearing Grey Pants Pushes Baby Carriage In A Bright Sunny

New York (1947): Child Wearing Grey Pants Pushes Baby Carriage In A Bright Sunny

New York (1947): Gathering Of A Large Crowd Of People For A Dinner And Drinks

New York (1947): Gathering Of A Large Crowd Of People For A Dinner And Drinks

New York (1947): Family Ready To Go On An Afternoon Outing In The Car

New York (1947): Family Ready To Go On An Afternoon Outing In The Car

New York (1947): Little Girl Pushing Her Brother In The Stroller Down The Street

New York (1947): Little Girl Pushing Her Brother In The Stroller Down The Street

New York (1947): Happy Young Children Wearing Winter Clothes Walking In Field Near

New York (1947): Happy Young Children Wearing Winter Clothes Walking In Field Near

New York (1947): Child Playing On A Slide In Playground And Enjoying It With A Big

New York (1947): Child Playing On A Slide In Playground And Enjoying It With A Big

New York (1947): Group Of Women And Children Outside Wearing Coats Roasting

New York (1947): Group Of Women And Children Outside Wearing Coats Roasting

New York (1947): Group Of Women Dressed In Black Military Uniforms Marching In

New York (1947): Group Of Women Dressed In Black Military Uniforms Marching In

New York (1947): Young Child Planning Alone Near A Busy Street Full Of Cars

New York (1947): Young Child Planning Alone Near A Busy Street Full Of Cars

New York (1947): There Is Kid Playing With Dirt And There Is Dog That Is Playing

New York (1947): There Is Kid Playing With Dirt And There Is Dog That Is Playing

New York (1947): Two Kids Pose For The Camera And The Toddler Pushes Away The Arm

New York (1947): Two Kids Pose For The Camera And The Toddler Pushes Away The Arm

New York (1947): A Man And A Woman Walking Down The Sidewalk Smiling Parents

New York (1947): A Man And A Woman Walking Down The Sidewalk Smiling Parents

New York (1947): Mother Holds Child's Hand As They Walk Outside Together Into The

New York (1947): Mother Holds Child's Hand As They Walk Outside Together Into The

New York (1947): Young Girl Wearing A Dress Riding Her Bike Up And Down The Street

New York (1947): Young Girl Wearing A Dress Riding Her Bike Up And Down The Street

New York (1947): Small Child In Black Coat Hat Gloves Climbing Slide Near A Fence

New York (1947): Small Child In Black Coat Hat Gloves Climbing Slide Near A Fence

New York (1947): A Young Girl Pushes A Toddler In A Car Buggy And Then Lets Go Of

New York (1947): A Young Girl Pushes A Toddler In A Car Buggy And Then Lets Go Of

New York (1947): A Young Child Gleefully Slides Down A Small Slide At The Park

New York (1947): A Young Child Gleefully Slides Down A Small Slide At The Park

New York (1947): Black And White Image Looks Like A Dad Mom And Son Relaxing

New York (1947): Black And White Image Looks Like A Dad Mom And Son Relaxing

New York (1947): People Chilling Out In A Park Setting

New York (1947): People Chilling Out In A Park Setting

New York (1947): Woman Wearing Green Coat Walks Out Of Grey Building On A Cloudy

New York (1947): Woman Wearing Green Coat Walks Out Of Grey Building On A Cloudy

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?

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