US Navy Divers Reach New Depths In Helium Helmets

Clip: 347178_1_1

Year Shot: 1938 (Actual Year)

Audio: No

Video: B/W

Tape Master: 1527

Original Film: 010-694-01

HD: N/A

Location: WASHINGTON, D.C.

Timecode: 00:00:40 - 00:01:27

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Shaky, dull in contrast and imagery. Over-exposed in spots Chief machinist mate William Badders, Deep Sea Expert, using a new oxy-helium helmet developed by the navy, breaks existing marks by withstanding pressures of 223 pounds-equal to a dive of 500 feet, in a specially-built tank!