1968: A Forest Fire is Seen in Wauconda, Illinois

Year1968
Decade1960s
LocationWauconda, Illinois, United States
Duration11s
Price$178 USD
Collection1968 Wauconda Illinois

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A Forest Fire is Seen in Wauconda, Illinois — Clip Details

1968: A vintage 8mm home movie captures a forest fire in Wauconda, Illinois, showing flames engulfing trees under a cloudy sky. The footage, shot in daylight, depicts a dramatic natural event with smoke rising through the greenery. This authentic archival clip offers a rare glimpse of a 1960s environmental incident, blending danger and scenic beauty. The raw, unfiltered quality reflects classic home movie aesthetics, with natural sound and handheld camera movement. Ideal for historical documentaries, environmental studies, or nostalgic Americana projects.

Licensing & Technical Details

Original Format: 8mm / Super 8 Home Movie
Shot details: Exterior
Resolution: 4K Digitally Restored
License: Royalty-Free via Pond5
Delivery: Instant Digital Download
Duration: 11s
Starting Price: $178 USD
Clip ID: 67945009

Source & Documentation

Source reel: Reel 1137 · 8mm · 7″ reel
Original reel label: barn building darrell rd
Reel-level year note: 1968
Reel-level location note: illinois
Date: 1968 Corroborated (Supported by multiple independent clues.)
Date evidence: Catalog year matches an independent year note filed with the physical source reel.
Location: Wauconda, 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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