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1949: Giant Log Crane Lifting Massive Redwood Pine Cut Tree Sections. Del Mar,

1949: Giant Log Crane Lifting Massive Redwood Pine Cut Tree Sections. Del Mar,

  • Year1949
  • Decade1940s
  • LocationDel Mar, California, United States
  • Duration25s
  • Price$178 USD
  • Collection1949 California
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Giant Log Crane Lifting Massive Redwood Pine Cut Tree... — Clip Details

1949: Giant redwood tree sections being lifted by a crane in Del Mar, California. This vintage 8mm home movie captures a massive logging operation with workers handling enormous timber pieces. The footage showcases the scale of early 20th-century forestry, with heavy machinery and manual labor working in tandem. The scene reflects the era’s industrial approach to timber harvesting, set against the natural backdrop of California’s coastal landscape. The grainy, authentic quality of the 8mm film adds to its historical charm, offering a rare glimpse into mid-century logging practices. Ideal for documentaries, historical content, and nostalgic storytelling.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
25s
Starting Price
$178 USD
Clip ID
58490117

Source & Documentation

Source reel
Reel 1660 · 8mm · 5″ reel
Reel-level year note
1949
Reel-level location note
del mar, california,chicago
Date
1949 Corroborated (Supported by multiple independent clues.)
Date evidence
Catalog year matches an independent year note filed with the physical source reel.
Location
Del Mar, California, 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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