1955: Canoe Racing Across Lake at Summer Camp in Chicago

Year1955
Decade1950s
LocationChicago, United States
Duration5s
Price$178 USD

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Canoe Racing Across Lake at Summer Camp in Chicago — Clip Details

Vintage 8mm home movie footage from 1955 capturing a lively canoe racing event at a summer camp in Chicago. Children and campers paddle vigorously across a lake in rented watercraft, competing in a friendly race under bright summer skies. The grainy, nostalgic quality of the Super 8 film highlights the playful energy and retro charm of 1950s vintage. This rare archival clip showcases classic outdoor recreation and community fun, perfect for documentaries, editorial content, or nostalgic storytelling.

Licensing & Technical Details

Original Format: 8mm / Super 8 Home Movie
Resolution: 4K Digitally Restored
License: Royalty-Free via Pond5
Delivery: Instant Digital Download
Duration: 5s
Starting Price: $178 USD
Clip ID: 58408764

Source & Documentation

Source reel: Reel record not linked for this clip
Date: 1955 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: Chicago, 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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