"Reliance" & "Shamrock III" Jockeying & Starting In First Race (1903 Original Black & White Film)

Step back in time to 1903 with this captivating black and white film capturing the excitement of the America's Cup Races. Watch as two large sailing yachts approach the turning buoy and make their turn, passing close to the boat carrying the camera. Get a clear view of the crew aboard one of the yachts as they maneuver through the race. Experience the thrill of the competition and the elegance of sailing in this historic footage.

Source :
Smith, J. B., Thomas A. Edison, I. & Paper Print Collection. (1903) Reliance" and "Shamrock III" jockeying and starting in first race. United States: Thomas A. Edison, Inc. [Video] Retrieved from the Library of Congress, https://www.loc.gov/item/2013607057