Transport "Whitney" Leaving Dock (1898 Original Black & White Film)

Step back in time with this black and white film from 1898, capturing the departure of the first boat to the South with troops. On board is a battalion of the 5th U.S. Infantry, embarking on their journey. Experience the sight and sounds of the sidewheeler as its wide paddles churn the water into foam, creating a spectacle of seething motion. From the constant seesaw of the walking beam to the bustling activity of the men on board, this film offers a glimpse into a historic moment of military mobilization.

Source :
Paley, W. D., Thomas A. Edison, I., Paper Print Collection & Niver. (1898) Transport "Whitney" leaving dock. United States: Edison Manufacturing Co. [Video] Retrieved from the Library of Congress, https://www.loc.gov/item/98500975