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1938: The Waves Coming Slowly to Kiss the Rocky Shore of the Sea FORT ROSS

1938: The Waves Coming Slowly to Kiss the Rocky Shore of the Sea FORT ROSS

Year1938
Decade1930s
LocationFort Ross, California, United States
Duration18s
Price$199 USD
Collection1938 Fort Ross California

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The Waves Coming Slowly to Kiss the Rocky Shore of the... — Clip Details

Vintage 8mm home movie footage from 1938 captures gentle waves slowly rolling onto the rocky shore at Fort Ross, California. The frothy surf meets the stony coastline under a clear sky, with the horizon stretching across the calm sea. This classic archival clip showcases natural coastal beauty and the timeless rhythm of the ocean. Ideal for historical documentaries, editorial content, and retro-themed projects.

Licensing & Technical Details

Original Format: 8mm / Super 8 Home Movie
Resolution: 4K Digitally Restored
License: Royalty-Free via Pond5
Delivery: Instant Digital Download
Duration: 18s
Starting Price: $199 USD
Clip ID: 68812509

Source & Documentation

Source reel: Reel 1153 · 8mm · 5″ reel
Original reel label: bucks lake,lake tahoe,emerald bay,martins lodge
Reel-level year note: 1938
Reel-level location note: california
Date: 1938 Corroborated (Supported by multiple independent clues.)
Date evidence: Catalog year matches an independent year note filed with the physical source reel.
Location: Fort Ross, 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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