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1946: Police Officer at Canal

1946: Police Officer at Canal

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  • Year1946
  • Decade1940s
  • LocationWashington, DC, United States
  • Duration6s
  • Pond5 pricefrom $178 USD
  • Collection1946 Washington DC

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Police Officer at Canal — Clip Details

A vintage 8mm home movie clip from 1946 in Washington, DC, showing a police officer in uniform walking along a sunny canal shore. The officer is talking and smiling while holding something, with water ripples and tree reflections visible in the background. This nostalgic, archival footage captures a candid moment of everyday life in mid-20th century America, showcasing classic Americana and period-appropriate attire. The scene exudes warmth and historical charm, ideal for documentaries, editorial content, or retro-themed projects.

Licensing & Technical Details

Original Format
8mm / Super 8 Home Movie
Shot details
Exterior
Resolution
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License
Not licensed directly; available on Pond5
Delivery
Via Pond5
Duration
6s
Pond5 price
from $178 USD
Clip ID
68001105

Source & Documentation

Source reel
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Date
1946 Estimated (Catalog estimate from the footage and file metadata; not independently confirmed.)
Date evidence
Catalog estimate based on source metadata and visual or technical evidence; no reel-level note is linked.
Location
Washington, DC, United States Estimated (Catalog estimate from the footage and file metadata; not independently confirmed.)
Location evidence
Catalog estimate based on source metadata and visual evidence such as signage, landmarks, or terrain; no reel-level note is linked.
Licensing route
Marketplace licensing (Pond5)

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