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1953: Backstroke Swimmer Heads for Glory Cottonwood, Arizona

1953: Backstroke Swimmer Heads for Glory Cottonwood, Arizona

  • Year1953
  • Decade1950s
  • LocationCottonwood, Arizona, United States
  • Duration9s
  • Price$178 USD
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Backstroke Swimmer Heads for Glory Cottonwood, Arizona — Clip Details

A vintage 8mm home movie clip from 1953 captures a young swimmer executing a backstroke in a pool in Cottonwood, Arizona. The swimmer, wearing a white cap and blue bathing suit, glides through the water with strong, rhythmic strokes, creating small splashes and waves. The footage, shot in classic Super 8 style, exudes nostalgic Americana and the carefree spirit of mid-century leisure. This authentic archival footage offers a rare glimpse into everyday life and recreational activities of the 1950s, perfect for historical documentaries, retro-themed projects, 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
9s
Starting Price
$178 USD
Clip ID
67406039

Source & Documentation

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Date
1953 Estimated (Based on visual or technical evidence.)
Date evidence
Catalog estimate based on source metadata and visual or technical evidence; no independent reel-level note corroborates it.
Location
Cottonwood, Arizona, United States Estimated (Based on visual or technical evidence.)
Location evidence
Catalog estimate based on source metadata and visual evidence such as signage, landmarks, or terrain; no independent reel-level note corroborates it.
Licensing route
Marketplace licensing (Pond5)

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