1952: Race Pits Terminal Island San Diego

Year1952
Decade1950s
LocationSan Diego, California, United States
Duration7s
Price$199 USD
Collection1955 San Diego California

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Race Pits Terminal Island San Diego — Clip Details

Vintage 8mm home movie footage from 1952 capturing a lively scene at the race pits on Terminal Island in San Diego, California. A group of people gather in a parking lot, visibly excited and preparing for an event, likely a local race or community gathering. The film shows classic mid-century vintage with period clothing, classic cars, and a nostalgic atmosphere. This archival 8mm footage offers a rare glimpse into mid-20th century Southern California life, perfect for historical documentaries, retro-themed content, or nostalgic storytelling.

Licensing & Technical Details

Original Format: 8mm / Super 8 Home Movie
Resolution: 4K Digitally Restored
License: Royalty-Free via Pond5
Delivery: Instant Digital Download
Duration: 7s
Starting Price: $199 USD
Clip ID: 72388975

Source & Documentation

Source reel: Reel 1234 · 8mm · 5″ reel
Original reel label: miss universe
Reel-level year note: 1952
Reel-level location note: california
Date: 1952 Corroborated (Supported by multiple independent clues.)
Date evidence: Catalog year matches an independent year note filed with the physical source reel.
Location: San Diego, 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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