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1956: Service Men Celebrating Before Deployment to France

1956: Service Men Celebrating Before Deployment to France

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  • Year1956
  • Decade1950s
  • LocationNew York City, United States
  • Duration13s
  • Pond5 pricefrom $178 USD
  • Collection1956 New York City

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Service Men Celebrating Before Deployment to France — Clip Details

1956: Service men in uniform relax during a final evening in New York City before deployment to France. The vintage 8mm footage captures a lively, nostalgic scene with men in brown trousers and ties, some playing accordion, moving to a swing rhythm under warm lights. The atmosphere is casual and sentimental, with hands gesturing and camaraderie evident in their slouched postures. This authentic home movie offers a rare glimpse into post-war American military life. Ideal for documentaries, editorial content, and nostalgic storytelling.

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Original Format
8mm / Super 8 Home Movie
Shot details
Night
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Not licensed directly; available on Pond5
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Duration
13s
Pond5 price
from $178 USD
Clip ID
67653476

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Date
1956 Estimated (Catalog estimate from the footage and file metadata; not independently confirmed.)
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Location
New York City, United States Estimated (Catalog estimate from the footage and file metadata; not independently confirmed.)
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