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1954: Boys Rollerskating on Chicago Street

1954: Boys Rollerskating on Chicago Street

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  • Year1954
  • Decade1950s
  • LocationChicago, United States
  • Duration28s
  • Pond5 pricefrom $178 USD

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Boys Rollerskating on Chicago Street — Clip Details

1954: Two boys in matching orange clothing practice rollerskating on a sunlit Chicago sidewalk. The vintage 8mm home movie captures a nostalgic summer day in the city, with the brothers gliding along the urban street under bright sunshine and dappled shade. Their playful activity reflects 1950s youth culture and neighborhood life, preserved in authentic retro film. This rare archival footage offers a timeless glimpse into mid-century vintage, ideal for documentaries, nostalgic content, and historical storytelling.

Licensing & Technical Details

Original Format
8mm / Super 8 Home Movie
Shot details
Exterior
Resolution
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License
Not licensed directly; available on Pond5
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Via Pond5
Duration
28s
Pond5 price
from $178 USD
Clip ID
58138195

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Date
1954 Estimated (Catalog estimate from the footage and file metadata; not independently confirmed.)
Date evidence
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Location
Chicago, United States Estimated (Catalog estimate from the footage and file metadata; not independently confirmed.)
Location evidence
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Licensing route
Marketplace licensing (Pond5)

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