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Persian Gulf-1947: Massive Waves In The Middle Of Rough Seas As Seen From The Deck

  • Year1947
  • Decade1940s
  • Duration5s
  • Price$149 USD
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Massive Waves In The Middle Of Rough Seas As Seen From... — Clip Details

Shot on 8mm film in 1947, this archival footage captures a dramatic view from a ship's deck during a storm in the Persian Gulf. The camera holds steady as massive, churning waves crash against the vessel, their whitecaps stark against the deep blue sea. The dark silhouette of the ship's railing and deck equipment frames the turbulent waters, conveying the raw power of the rough seas. The film's characteristic grain and color degradation add to the authentic, nostalgic feel of this historic home movie.

Licensing & Technical Details

Original Format
8mm / Super 8 Home Movie
Resolution
4K Digitally Restored
License
Royalty-Free Direct from Stockfilm
Delivery
Instant Digital Download
Duration
5s
Price
$149 USD
Clip ID
124759519

Rights & Clearance

No recognizable people, logos, or music are flagged. Lower-risk for commercial use, subject to your own review.

  • People visible: No
  • Logos / trademarks: No
  • Audible music: No

Flags come from automated catalog metadata, not a legal opinion. The source is an original 8mm / Super 8 Home Movie reel. For high-stakes commercial use, request a full rights review.

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Date
1947 Estimated (Based on visual or technical evidence.)
Date evidence
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Location
Not recorded Unidentified (Insufficient evidence for a responsible conclusion.)
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Licensing route
Direct license available from Stockfilm

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Topics & Keywords

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Archive Intelligence

Archive brief fit
Useful for 1940s archival productions needing an at-sea insert of rough weather, heavy swell, or shipboard travel in the Persian Gulf region.

Still Frames From This Clip

Dark ship rail and deck fittings frame rough blue waves and whitecaps.

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