Vintage Stock Footage
1947 Persian Gulf
22 clips filmed in Persian Gulf in 1947, from 1 source reel, 5 to 27 seconds long. These clips are licensed through Pond5; Stockfilm does not hold direct-license masters for this set yet.
Licensed through Pond5 · no direct-license masters for this set yet
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1947: the ocean is body of saline water which is enclosed by land PERSIAN GULF
1947: flock of white birds flying over blue water of river PERSIAN GULF
1947: rolling ship over waves of rough sea PERSIAN GULF
1947: cargo ship carrying crates battles treacherous seas during day.
1947: waving scene of ocean PERSIAN GULF
1947: the boat in middle of ocean moving PERSIAN GULF
1947: around place near lake in day through ship PERSIAN GULF
1947: large rolling blue waves, cloudy gray sky PERSIAN GULF
1947: ship moving against ocean waves PERSIAN GULF
1947: seagulls flying above dark sea waves PERSIAN GULF
1947: ship heading through rough open ocean with frothy waves PERSIAN GULF
1947: an enormous ship rolling,pitching and sailing on strong waves of ocean
1947: ship on way to home, sailor manage ship in deep ocean with heavy water
1947: beautiful view of sea PERSIAN GULF
1947: boat plies through choppy sea PERSIAN GULF
1947: first person perspective of bow of ship sailing PERSIAN GULF
1947: beautiful sunset colors in sky PERSIAN GULF
1947: sailboat travels along deep ocean toward giant rock island. PERSIAN GULF
1947: excellent view of sea PERSIAN GULF
1947: tall rocks on island in middle of ocean PERSIAN GULF
1947: life preserver on side of boat with words john s. mosby, jacksonville
1947: pier or bridge over blue waterway with industrial plant in background
22 of these clips are licensed through a partner marketplace. Search 1947 Persian Gulf on Pond5 or on Shutterstock, or request specific footage.
What is on the reels
The subjects tagged most often across the 22 clips on this page, with how many clips carry each tag.
- ocean15
- water15
- sea14
- waves14
- nature12
- ship12
- sky8
- transportation7
- boat5
- clouds5
Source reels
1 physical reel behind this page. Years and places are quoted as written on the reel record where one exists.
- Reel 17301947 / atlantic,persian gulf
Frequently asked questions
What kind of 1947 Persian Gulf footage is available?
22 clips of home movie footage filmed in Persian Gulf in 1947, scanned from original 8mm reels. The subjects tagged most often across these clips are ocean, water, sea, waves and nature.
What format was 1947 Persian Gulf footage shot on?
The source reels behind this page are Standard 8mm (1 reel). 1940s home movies were shot on Standard 8mm. Super 8 did not exist until 1965. We scan original reels at 4K and color-correct each clip while keeping the film grain.
How many of these clips can I license directly?
None yet. All 22 clips on this page are licensed through Pond5; each clip page links to its Pond5 listing.
Which reels did this footage come from?
1 physical source reel, including reel 1730. Each reel page lists the film gauge, reel size, and the years and places written on the original reel where that record exists.
Can I license 1947 Persian Gulf stock footage commercially?
Yes, through Pond5. Open any clip on this page for its Pond5 listing and license terms. Contact Stockfilm if you need a direct-license shortlist for this location and year.
Where can I download 1947 Persian Gulf archival footage?
Open a clip page and follow its Pond5 link; Pond5 delivers the download after purchase.