Central High School, Calisthenics, Missouri Commission (1904 Original Black & White Film)

Dust off your nostalgia for this black and white film from 1904, capturing a scene straight out of early 20th century physical education! Witness a lively schoolyard buzzing with activity as high school students participate in supervised gymnastics.
Boys tackle the long horse and showcase their skills.
Girls gracefully maneuver on the parallel bars.
Older students in white uniforms demonstrate advanced routines on the high bars.
A fascinating glimpse into historical PE classes and the dedication of these young athletes.

Source :
Weed, A. E., Missouri. Commission To The Lousiana Purchase Exposition, American Mutoscope And Biograph Company & Paper Print Collection. (1904) Central High School, Gymnastic Drill. United States: American Mutoscope & Biograph Company. [Video] Retrieved from the Library of Congress, https://www.loc.gov/item/00564556