Metropolis 1939 - Harlem

Wonderful black and white footage of a vibrant, midcentury Harlem. Many of the comments note how prideful people appeared and how well they were dressed.

From National Archives Youtube Channel. Restored outtakes from METROPOLIS 1939. This rare footage shows Harlem street scenes, residents of the Harlem River Houses, and the construction of the Queensbridge Houses, circa 1939