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1947: Ship Moving Against Ocean Waves Persian Gulf

1947: Ship Moving Against Ocean Waves Persian Gulf

  • Year1947
  • Decade1940s
  • LocationPersian Gulf, Saudi Arabia
  • Duration12s
  • Price$199 USD
  • Collection1947 Persian Gulf
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Ship Moving Against Ocean Waves Persian Gulf — Clip Details

Vintage 1947 home movie footage from the Persian Gulf, capturing a commercial vessel navigating turbulent ocean waves. The ship rolls and pitches steadily through strong tides, showcasing the power of the high seas. Filmed on 8mm film, this historic archival clip offers a rare glimpse of maritime travel in the mid-20th century. The natural motion of the water and the vessel’s movement convey a sense of adventure and resilience. Ideal for documentaries, editorial content, or nostalgic storytelling about early 20th-century seafaring life.

Licensing & Technical Details

Original Format
8mm / Super 8 Home Movie
Resolution
4K Digitally Restored
License
Royalty-Free via Pond5
Delivery
Instant Digital Download
Duration
12s
Starting Price
$199 USD
Clip ID
72391081

Source & Documentation

Source reel
Reel 1730 · 8mm · 5″ reel
Original reel label
jan-may
Reel-level year note
1947
Reel-level location note
atlantic,persian gulf
Date
1947 Corroborated (Supported by multiple independent clues.)
Date evidence
Catalog year matches an independent year note filed with the physical source reel.
Location
Persian Gulf, Saudi Arabia 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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