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1964: Bear Performer Preparing for Tightrope Walk

1964: Bear Performer Preparing for Tightrope Walk

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  • Year1964
  • Decade1960s
  • LocationWoodstock, New Hampshire, United States
  • Duration6s
  • Pond5 pricefrom $178 USD

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Bear Performer Preparing for Tightrope Walk — Clip Details

1964: A black bear performer at Clark's Trading Post in Woodstock, New Hampshire, waits nervously to walk a tightrope during a live animal show. The vintage 8mm footage captures the bear’s cautious stance and focused expression as it prepares for the act, showcasing a classic 1960s roadside attraction. The scene reflects mid-century wildlife entertainment with a nostalgic, documentary-style feel, offering authentic archival footage of animal performances from the era.

Licensing & Technical Details

Original Format
8mm / Super 8 Film
Resolution
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License
Not licensed directly; available on Pond5
Delivery
Via Pond5
Duration
6s
Pond5 price
from $178 USD
Clip ID
63127423

Source & Documentation

Source reel
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Date
1964 Estimated (Catalog estimate from the footage and file metadata; not independently confirmed.)
Date evidence
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Location
Woodstock, New Hampshire, 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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