1961: World War II Warships in California

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Year1961
Decade1960s
LocationCalifornia, United States
Duration15s
Pond5 pricefrom $199 USD
Collection1961 California

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World War II Warships in California — Clip Details

1961 vintage home movie footage from California showing World War II-era warships docked at a naval base. The 8mm film captures historic military vessels, including battleships and destroyers, with visible crew activity and naval infrastructure. This archival clip offers a nostalgic glimpse into mid-20th century U.S. naval history, filmed in classic Super 8 style with natural lighting and period authenticity. Ideal for documentaries, historical content, and retro-themed projects.

Licensing & Technical Details

Original Format: 8mm / Super 8 Home Movie
Resolution: See Pond5 listing
License: Not licensed directly; available on Pond5
Delivery: Via Pond5
Duration: 15s
Pond5 price: from $199 USD
Clip ID: 69409077

Source & Documentation

Source reel: Reel 1740 · 8mm · 5″ reel
Original reel label: indian pow wow
Reel-level year note: 1961-1966
Reel-level location note: san bernardino,california,slaton sea
Date: 1961 Estimated (Catalog estimate from the footage and file metadata; not independently confirmed.)
Date evidence: Catalog estimate. A reel-level note shows the same year, but the clip-to-reel link is itself a catalog match, so this is not counted as independent confirmation.
Location: California, United States Estimated (Catalog estimate from the footage and file metadata; not independently confirmed.)
Location evidence: Catalog estimate. A reel-level location note is linked, but the clip-to-reel link is itself a catalog match, so this is not counted as independent confirmation.
Licensing route: Marketplace licensing (Pond5)

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