1976: Old America Illinois Chicago Train Depot Scene

Year1976
Decade1970s
LocationChicago, Illinois, United States
Duration5s
Price$199 USD
Collection1972 Chicago Illinois

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Old America Illinois Chicago Train Depot Scene — Clip Details

Vintage 1976 home movie footage from Chicago, Illinois, capturing a nostalgic scene of a steam locomotive at a railway depot. The clip shows a classic coal-powered engine arriving or departing, with people gathered around the tracks, reflecting mid-20th century American transportation culture. Filmed on 8mm film, this authentic archival clip features period clothing, vintage rail infrastructure, and the ambient sounds of a working train station. Ideal for historical documentaries, retro-themed projects, or nostalgic storytelling about American rail history.

Licensing & Technical Details

Original Format: 8mm / Super 8 Home Movie
Resolution: 4K Digitally Restored
License: Royalty-Free via Pond5
Delivery: Instant Digital Download
Duration: 5s
Starting Price: $199 USD
Clip ID: 73028840

Source & Documentation

Source reel: Reel record not linked for this clip
Date: 1976 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: Chicago, Illinois, 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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