1954: Man Cuts a Christmas Tree and Women Attempt to Haul It

Year1954
Decade1950s
LocationChattanooga, United States
Duration15s
Price$178 USD

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Man Cuts a Christmas Tree and Women Attempt to Haul It — Clip Details

1954: A vintage 8mm film clip from Chattanooga, Tennessee, capturing a man cutting a Christmas tree in a rural setting, followed by women struggling to haul the large tree. The grainy, nostalgic footage reflects mid-1950s vintage, showcasing seasonal traditions and gender roles of the era. This authentic home movie style clip offers a candid glimpse into holiday preparations during the Fifties, with natural lighting and unscripted moments. Ideal for historical documentaries, retro-themed content, and nostalgic storytelling about 1950s American life.

Licensing & Technical Details

Original Format: 8mm / Super 8 Film
Resolution: 4K Digitally Restored
License: Royalty-Free via Pond5
Delivery: Instant Digital Download
Duration: 15s
Starting Price: $178 USD
Clip ID: 52085992

Source & Documentation

Source reel: Reel 2202 · 8mm · 3″ reel
Original reel label: jf rutledge,october
Reel-level year note: 1954
Reel-level location note: chattanooga tennesee
Date: 1954 Corroborated (Supported by multiple independent clues.)
Date evidence: Catalog year matches an independent year note filed with the physical source reel.
Location: Chattanooga, United States Corroborated (Supported by multiple independent clues.)
Location evidence: Catalog place matches an independent location note filed with the physical source reel.
Licensing route: Marketplace licensing (Pond5)

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