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1946: Batter at Plate in San Francisco Baseball Game

1946: Batter at Plate in San Francisco Baseball Game

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  • Year1946
  • Decade1940s
  • LocationSan Francisco, California, United States
  • Duration12s
  • Pond5 pricefrom $178 USD
  • Collection1944 San Francisco California

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Batter at Plate in San Francisco Baseball Game — Clip Details

1946: A vintage 8mm home movie captures the return of Major League Baseball in San Francisco, California, as the sport resumes after World War II. The footage shows a batter at the plate, a pitch in motion, and the crowd cheering in the stadium. Spectators fill the stands, watching the game with excitement as players compete under bright daylight. This rare archival clip offers a nostalgic glimpse into post-war American life and the enduring popularity of baseball in the 1940s. The film’s grainy texture and authentic home movie style highlight its historical value and emotional resonance. Ideal for documentaries, historical content, and nostalgic storytelling.

Licensing & Technical Details

Original Format
8mm / Super 8 Home Movie
Resolution
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License
Not licensed directly; available on Pond5
Delivery
Via Pond5
Duration
12s
Pond5 price
from $178 USD
Clip ID
60407838

Source & Documentation

Source reel
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Date
1946 Estimated (Catalog estimate from the footage and file metadata; not independently confirmed.)
Date evidence
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Location
San Francisco, California, United States Estimated (Catalog estimate from the footage and file metadata; not independently confirmed.)
Location evidence
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Licensing route
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