https://peertube.dngr.us/videos/watch/66eb121c-23ec-4b3c-87c2-6efc4c228dba Support Our Channel : https://www.patreon.com/PeriscopeFilm Produced in 1936, this wonderful old film shows a voyage aboard a schooner named Wanderbird around South America. The captain of this vessel is Warwick M. Tompkins of Gloucester, Massachusetts, who later wrote a book about the journey entitled "50 South to 50 South". For decades, the book has inspired many to seek out their own nautical adventures. The film is rich in imagery of the age of sail, including shots of sailors at work, Gloucester harbor, a woman at the helm of the vessel, a massive storm, becalmed, images of the Altantic and Pacific Oceans, and the Golden Gate Bridge and San Francisco Bay. Incidentally, you can find a amazing documentary based on this film at: http://lifeonthewater.us/cape-horn-passage-in-schooner-wander-bird.html The schooner Wanderbird, led by Captain Tomkins and his adventurous crew, embarks on a daring journey from Gloucester to San Francisco, following the historic clipper ship routes around Cape Horn. The voyage begins with the fading New England coast as the ship sails into the open sea, encountering leaping porpoises and warm waters. The captain’s fearless children, Ann and Little Commodore, thrive aboard the vessel, enjoying life at sea in both fair and foul weather. Along the way, the crew partakes in a traditional Neptune ceremony upon crossing the equator and stops in Rio de Janeiro to resupply while marveling at its breathtaking harbor. As they push southward, they encounter sea lions, whales, and sharks before reaching the infamous Cape Horn, where they battle hurricane-force winds and towering waves. The storm subsides, and calmer waters bring new thrills, including troll fishing and the capture of a massive marlin. Continuing northward into the Pacific, the ship enjoys sunshine and favorable winds, passing colonies of seals before spotting the California coastline. The journey culminates in San Francisco Bay, where the Wanderbird 00:00 The adventure begins with Captain Tomkins, his family, and crew aboard the 85-ft schooner Wanderbird, setting sail from Gloucester, following the historic clipper ship routes around Cape Horn toward San Francisco. 0:50:- As the rugged New England coast fades, the schooner enters the open sea, accompanied by leaping porpoises. 1:09: The captain’s fearless children, Ann and Little Commodore, thrive aboard, enjoying life on the ship in both calm and rough weather. 1:37:- The voyage continues through warm waters, where a veteran crew member enjoys a deep-sea swim, despite the presence of man-eating sharks. 2:05: Crossing the equator, the crew partakes in the traditional Neptune ceremony, enjoying playful rituals. 2:30: - Arriving in Rio de Janeiro, the crew replenishes supplies and admires the breathtaking harbor, dominated by Sugarloaf Mountain and crescent beaches. 3:02:- The schooner sails onward, encountering treacherous sea lanes near Cape Horn, observing sea lions on remote islands. 3:37:- Life at sea is demanding, requiring constant work. Rain provides a rare opportunity to collect fresh water, which the crew stores diligently. 4:09: - The adventure intensifies as the ship sails deeper into the ocean, encountering whales that swim alongside, seemingly engaging in a race. 4:57 : - The crew spots sharks, reminding them of the ocean's lurking dangers. 5:24 :- Favorable winds propel them southward toward the legendary Cape Horn. As they approach, the captain warns of impending bad weather, and a storm sets in. 6:09 : - The Wanderbird battles hurricane winds and towering waves but emerges safely under the captain’s experienced command. 7:06: - As the storm subsides, calm waters return, and seabirds, including an albatross, are seen resting near the ship. 7:37: - Seeking adventure in calmer waters, the crew engages in troll fishing, catching a massive marlin after a fierce struggle. 8:19: - Sailing northward into the Pacific, the ship enjoys bright sunshine and favorable winds. 8:33: - Nearing California, the crew observes a colony of seals before sighting land. The Wanderbird enters San Francisco Bay, passing the Golden Gate Bridge. 9:14: Dropping anchor, the thrilling journey around Cape Horn concludes as they reach their final destination, San Francisco. Motion picture films don't last forever; many have already been lost or destroyed. 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