Launching A Stranded Schooner From The Docks At Galveston (1900 Original Black & White Film)

Explore the devastating aftermath of the Galveston cyclone with this black and white film from 1900! Witness the incredible power of nature as the storm wreaks havoc on the dock front, lifting light craft out of the water and carrying them inland for miles. Experience the resilience of the boatmen as they band together to recover their vessels, offering a panoramic view of the schooner gliding back into the water. This historic footage captures the spirit of resilience in the face of disaster.Show more

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Vitagraph Company Of America, Thomas A. Edison, I. & Paper Print Collection. (1900) Launching a Stranded Schooner from the Docks. Smith, A. E., prod United States: Edison Manufacturing Co. [Video] Retrieved from the Library of Congress, https://www.loc.gov/item/00694231