1948: Elephant Row at the Circus Chicago, Illinois

Year1948
Decade1940s
LocationChicago, Illinois, United States
Duration7s
Price$178 USD

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Elephant Row at the Circus Chicago, Illinois — Clip Details

Vintage 1948 home movie footage from Chicago, Illinois, capturing a row of elephants during a circus rehearsal or parade. The elephants, including a young calf, are led in formation by animal trainers, showcasing a classic circus performance. Filmed on 8mm film, this nostalgic clip offers authentic Americana from the post-war era, with a warm, grainy aesthetic typical of home movies. Ideal for historical documentaries, retro-themed content, or 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: 7s
Starting Price: $178 USD
Clip ID: 67394437

Source & Documentation

Source reel: Reel 2069 · 8mm · 3″ reel
Original reel label: cb hill jr
Reel-level year note: 1948
Reel-level location note: glencoe illinois
Date: 1948 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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