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JAPAN-1952: Soldiers in combat helmets and military uniforms board a ferry on a large river, their gear secured as they prepare for transport. A sailor in a white cap handles a coiled rope on the deck, overseeing the operation. The 8mm film captures the scene with authentic grain and color, evoking the era's documentary style. The ferry, marked with the number K-97-7, moves steadily across the water, carrying troops in a moment of wartime logistics. This archival footage offers a rare glimpse into post-war military operations in Japan, with a nostalgic, historical quality.
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