This Incredible Vintage Film Shows a Trip Through New York City in 1911

This incredible video from over a century ago shows a trip through New York City in 1911. Originally filmed by Swedish company SF Studios, it was restored and uploaded by YouTuber and historian Guy Jones.

Old film of New York City in the year 1911. Print has survived in mint condition. Slowed down footage to a natural rate and added in sound for ambiance. This film was taken by the Swedish company Svenska Biografteatern on a trip to America

The sound isn't original but adds a pleasant ambiance and realism to the City scenes.

Check Out This New York City Subway "Train of Many Colors" Highlight Reel

Local transit historian and railfan Dj Hammers makes tons of great videos showing how subway transit works and runs in New York City. In this recent upload to YouTube, Dj Hammers captures the New York Transit Museum's vintage Train of Many Colors moving throughout the City, all in glorious 4k.

Here we see the "Train of Many Colors", made up of various assorted IRT subway cars from the mid-20th Century, running along the 7, N, D, and A Lines. Enjoy!

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