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1961: Ship Dock Travel Huge Water Waves Observing Under Construction California

1961: Ship Dock Travel Huge Water Waves Observing Under Construction California

  • Year1961
  • Decade1960s
  • LocationCalifornia, United States
  • Duration12s
  • Price$199 USD
  • Collection1961 California
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Ship Dock Travel Huge Water Waves Observing Under... — Clip Details

1961 vintage 8mm home movie footage from California capturing a bustling ship dock scene under construction. A large cargo vessel rests at the pier as workers observe operations amid crashing waves and a sunny, windy day. The clip showcases maritime industry activity with greenery and trees lining the waterfront, offering a nostalgic glimpse of mid-century transportation and trade. This authentic archival film features natural daylight, blue water, and the vibrant energy of a working port in the 1960s.

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
12s
Starting Price
$199 USD
Clip ID
69409285

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 Corroborated (Supported by multiple independent clues.)
Date evidence
Catalog year matches an independent year note filed with the physical source reel.
Location
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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  • vintage transportation footage
  • California waterfront
  • old film footage
  • 8mm travel clip
  • 8mm documentary
  • vintage industry scene
  • ship dock 1960s
  • blue water waves
  • outdoor maritime activity
  • 1960s Americana

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