1954: Aerial View of New York City from a Helicopter

Year1954
Decade1950s
LocationNew York, United States
Duration10s
Price$178 USD

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Aerial View of New York City from a Helicopter — Clip Details

1954: A vintage aerial view of New York City captured from a helicopter, showcasing mid-century urban architecture, bustling streets, and early traffic patterns. This 8mm home movie footage offers a nostalgic glimpse into postwar America, with classic buildings, city lights, and the energy of a growing metropolis. The handheld film quality adds authentic charm, making it ideal for documentaries, editorial content, and retro-themed projects exploring 1950s Americana and urban development.

Licensing & Technical Details

Original Format: 8mm / Super 8 Home Movie
Shot details: Aerial
Resolution: 4K Digitally Restored
License: Royalty-Free via Pond5
Delivery: Instant Digital Download
Duration: 10s
Starting Price: $178 USD
Clip ID: 67442448

Source & Documentation

Source reel: Reel 1069 · 8mm · 6″ reel
Original reel label: barlans, bears house,goodmans,bar mitzvah,steve
Reel-level year note: 1953-1954
Reel-level location note: new york city
Date: 1954 Corroborated (Supported by multiple independent clues.)
Date evidence: Catalog year matches an independent year note filed with the physical source reel.
Location: New York, 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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