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1952: The New Rope Bridge Crossing the Tennessee River Was a Big Attraction

1952: The New Rope Bridge Crossing the Tennessee River Was a Big Attraction

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  • Year1952
  • Decade1950s
  • LocationChattanooga, United States
  • Duration9s
  • Price$178 USD

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The New Rope Bridge Crossing the Tennessee River Was a... — Clip Details

Vintage 8mm film footage from 1952 captures a lively scene at the newly opened rope bridge spanning the Tennessee River in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Children and adults play near the structure, with a clown adding to the festive atmosphere. The grainy, nostalgic quality of the Super 8 footage reflects mid-century Americana, offering authentic 1950s street life and community celebration. This archival clip showcases a moment of public joy and engineering pride in the Fifties, ideal for historical documentaries, retro-themed content, or nostalgic storytelling.

Licensing & Technical Details

Original Format
8mm / Super 8 Film
Resolution
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License
Not licensed directly; available on Pond5
Delivery
Instant Digital Download
Duration
9s
Starting Price
$178 USD
Clip ID
52039437

Source & Documentation

Source reel
Reel 2201 · 8mm · 3″ reel
Original reel label
jf rutledge,picnic,
Reel-level year note
1952
Reel-level location note
chattanooga tennesee
Date
1952 Estimated (Based on visual or technical evidence.)
Date evidence
Catalog estimate based on source metadata and visual or technical evidence; no independent reel-level note corroborates it.
Location
Chattanooga, United States Estimated (Based on visual or technical evidence.)
Location evidence
Catalog estimate based on source metadata and visual evidence such as signage, landmarks, or terrain; no independent reel-level note corroborates it.
Licensing route
Marketplace licensing (Pond5)

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