1954: Boat Pulling Waterskiers in South Dakota

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Year1954
Decade1950s
LocationSouth Dakota, United States
Duration12s
Pond5 pricefrom $199 USD
Collection1954 South Dakota

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Boat Pulling Waterskiers in South Dakota — Clip Details

1954: A vintage 8mm home movie clip from South Dakota showing a motorboat pulling waterskiers across a lake. The skiers glide over the water, leaving a wake behind as they enjoy a sunny day of watersports recreation. The footage captures the excitement and motion of early 1950s summer fun, with splashing waves and energetic movement. This authentic archival film offers a nostalgic glimpse into mid-century American leisure, ideal for historical documentaries, retro-themed content, and nostalgic storytelling.

Licensing & Technical Details

Original Format: 8mm / Super 8 Home Movie
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License: Not licensed directly; available on Pond5
Delivery: Via Pond5
Duration: 12s
Pond5 price: from $199 USD
Clip ID: 69927711

Source & Documentation

Source reel: Reel record not linked for this clip
Date: 1954 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: South Dakota, United States Estimated (Catalog estimate from the footage and file metadata; not independently confirmed.)
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