The Beach 'Rough-Water' Swim Staged

Clip: 347207_1_1

Year Shot: 1938 (Actual Year)

Audio: No

Video: B/W

Tape Master: 1527

Original Film: 010-696-10

HD: N/A

Location: La Jolla, California

Timecode: 00:23:45 - 00:24:46

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Shaky, dull in contrast and imagery Thousands of spectators see daring ocean swimmers compete in the annual sea-going derby, a mile-and-a-half endurance test. Walter Stewart of San Diego battles his way through the waves in 11 min. to finish first. Female winner standing next to Walter, both have trophies.