Film Container Test | The Archive Project

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This clip is Part 1 of a 2-part film.

Description

Shows the fire tests of an experimental vented film container by igniting and burning motion picture film within it. The test was conducted by the National Archives at the Bureau of Standards, April 16, 1936.

Collection

Records of the National Archives and Records Administration

Series

Moving Images Relating to National Archives Activities and Events

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Date

1936-01-01

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TRT

2:10

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