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1937 (circa): Chicago Sailing

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Film Identifier: F.2005-04-0163
Run Time
0h 2m 17s
Format
16mm
Color
B&W
Sound
Silent
Date Produced
1937
Abstract
Home movie footage of a sailing excursion near Chicago’s shoreline.
Description
The footage open to a harbor where sailors can be seen boarding a boat. The camera also captures a rowboat launching into the lake. On Lake Michigan, the footage depicts the sailboat crowded with men drinking beer, smoking cigars and enjoying each other’s company. Some of Chicago’s Northerly skyline can be seen in the background.
Main Credits
Jacob Glick (is filmmaker)
Genre
Nature
Related Place
Chicago (production location of)