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1936: Train Traveling Slowly on the Tracks in California

1936: Train Traveling Slowly on the Tracks in California

  • Year1936
  • Decade1930s
  • LocationCalifornia, United States
  • Duration10s
  • Price$199 USD
  • Collection1936 California
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Train Traveling Slowly on the Tracks in California — Clip Details

Vintage 8mm home movie footage from 1936 showing a train moving slowly along railroad tracks in California. The scene captures a classic moment of early 20th-century transportation, filmed outdoors with natural lighting and the characteristic grain of archival Super 8 film. This authentic slice of Americana offers a nostalgic glimpse into mid-1930s travel and rail infrastructure, ideal for historical documentaries, retro-themed projects, and editorial content exploring the evolution of transportation.

Licensing & Technical Details

Original Format
8mm / Super 8 Home Movie
Shot details
ExteriorSlow motion
Resolution
4K Digitally Restored
License
Royalty-Free via Pond5
Delivery
Instant Digital Download
Duration
10s
Starting Price
$199 USD
Clip ID
69456094

Source & Documentation

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Date
1936 Estimated (Based on visual or technical evidence.)
Date evidence
Catalog estimate based on source metadata and visual or technical evidence; no independent reel-level note corroborates it.
Location
California, United States Estimated (Based on visual or technical evidence.)
Location evidence
Catalog estimate based on source metadata and visual evidence such as signage, landmarks, or terrain; no independent reel-level note corroborates it.
Licensing route
Marketplace licensing (Pond5)

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