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Shot on 8mm film in 1953, this vintage home movie captures youth swimmers at a poolside in Yonkers, New York. A young boy dives into the turquoise water while others prepare to jump from white starting blocks. Swimmers in dark trunks glide through the pool, their movements creating ripples and splashes. Spectators, including children in swimsuits and adults, watch from the deck where colorful towels hang on a line. The footage exhibits classic Super 8 grain, color shifts, and a nostalgic, candid feel, offering authentic archival footage of mid-century American youth recreation.
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