1967: Swede Johnson's Circus Tiger Behind Iron Bars in Roanoke, Virginia

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Year1967
Decade1960s
LocationRoanoke, Virginia, United States
Duration5s
Pond5 pricefrom $178 USD

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Swede Johnson's Circus Tiger Behind Iron Bars in... — Clip Details

1967: A vintage 8mm film clip from Roanoke, Virginia, showing Swede Johnson's circus tiger behind iron bars in a caged enclosure. The tiger, a trained animal, appears tired and subdued during a performance break, highlighting the unnatural conditions of circus displays. This archival footage captures a poignant moment of a majestic wild animal on display, evoking themes of captivity, animal welfare, and 1960s Americana. The grainy, authentic film quality enhances the nostalgic and documentary feel of this historical moment.

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Original Format: 8mm / Super 8 Film
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License: Not licensed directly; available on Pond5
Delivery: Via Pond5
Duration: 5s
Pond5 price: from $178 USD
Clip ID: 62359725

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Date: 1967 Estimated (Catalog estimate from the footage and file metadata; not independently confirmed.)
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Location: Roanoke, Virginia, United States Estimated (Catalog estimate from the footage and file metadata; not independently confirmed.)
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