Military Camp At Tampa, Taken From Train (1898 Original Black & White Film)

Step into history with this black and white film from 1898, offering a panoramic view of a military camp. Watch as soldiers bustle about, performing various duties amidst the gleaming white tents scattered across the wide plain. In the background, a big cigar factory adds a touch of realism to the scene, highlighting the juxtaposition of everyday life and patriotism. Filmed from a rapidly moving train, this footage provides a vivid and brilliant snapshot of the time.

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Thomas A. Edison, I., Paper Print Collection & Niver. (1898) Military camp at Tampa, taken from train. Paley, W. D., prod United States: Edison Manufacturing Co. [Video] Retrieved from the Library of Congress, https://www.loc.gov/item/00694246