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1952: Alcatraz Island on a Cloudless Day in San Francisco, California

1952: Alcatraz Island on a Cloudless Day in San Francisco, California

  • Year1952
  • Decade1950s
  • LocationSan Francisco, California, United States
  • Duration5s
  • Price$178 USD
  • Collection1952 San Francisco California
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Alcatraz Island on a Cloudless Day in San Francisco,... — Clip Details

1952 vintage home movie footage of Alcatraz Island on a cloudless day in San Francisco, California. The iconic prison stands in the distance across calm blue waters, viewed from a boat in the harbor. This 8mm film captures a serene, sunny day with no clouds, offering a nostalgic glimpse of mid-century Americana. The historic island prison appears isolated and secure, emphasizing its role as a maximum-security jail. The footage reflects the era’s classic home movie style, with natural lighting and a sense of quiet observation. Ideal for documentaries, editorial content, or nostalgic storytelling about American history and iconic landmarks.

Licensing & Technical Details

Original Format
8mm / Super 8 Home Movie
Resolution
4K Digitally Restored
License
Royalty-Free via Pond5
Delivery
Instant Digital Download
Duration
5s
Starting Price
$178 USD
Clip ID
67969655

Source & Documentation

Source reel
Reel 1234 · 8mm · 5″ reel
Original reel label
miss universe
Reel-level year note
1952
Reel-level location note
california
Date
1952 Corroborated (Supported by multiple independent clues.)
Date evidence
Catalog year matches an independent year note filed with the physical source reel.
Location
San Francisco, California, 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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