1956: Military Soldiers Change of Guard Ceremony at Historic Fortress in Montreal

Year1956
Decade1950s
LocationMontreal, Canada
Duration14s
Price$178 USD
Collection1951 Canada

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Military Soldiers Change of Guard Ceremony at Historic... — Clip Details

1956: Military soldiers perform a change of guard ceremony at a historic fortress in Montreal, Canada. This vintage 8mm home movie footage captures the formal drills and disciplined movements of soldiers during a ceremonial shift, reflecting Cold War-era military traditions. The grainy, authentic Super 8 film style evokes 1950s nostalgia, offering a rare glimpse into mid-century military life and public duty rituals. Ideal for historical documentaries, editorial content, and retro-themed projects exploring Canadian heritage and wartime preparedness.

Licensing & Technical Details

Original Format: 8mm / Super 8 Home Movie
Resolution: 4K Digitally Restored
License: Royalty-Free via Pond5
Delivery: Instant Digital Download
Duration: 14s
Starting Price: $178 USD
Clip ID: 55446609

Source & Documentation

Source reel: Reel record not linked for this clip
Date: 1956 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: Montreal, Canada 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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