1963: Ernie Banks Hits First Base at Wrigley Field

Year1963
Decade1960s
LocationChicago, Illinois, United States
Duration7s
Price$178 USD

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Ernie Banks Hits First Base at Wrigley Field — Clip Details

Vintage 1963 8mm film footage captures Ernie Banks, the legendary Chicago Cubs player, at Wrigley Field during a Major League Baseball game. The clip shows Banks hitting the ball and rounding first base, with fans in the stands watching intently. This historic archival footage showcases the energy of a classic 1960s baseball game, featuring the iconic National League stadium, the diamond, and the excitement of live play. Authentic 8mm film quality adds to the nostalgic charm of this original sports moment.

Licensing & Technical Details

Original Format: 8mm / Super 8 Film
Resolution: 4K Digitally Restored
License: Royalty-Free via Pond5
Delivery: Instant Digital Download
Duration: 7s
Starting Price: $178 USD
Clip ID: 61877996

Source & Documentation

Source reel: Reel 2319 · 8mm · 3″ reel
Original reel label: glenn t evans,xmas,meeske
Reel-level year note: 1963
Reel-level location note: moline illinois
Date: 1963 Corroborated (Supported by multiple independent clues.)
Date evidence: Catalog year matches an independent year note filed with the physical source reel.
Location: Chicago, Illinois, 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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