Barnum Festival Parade, 1956

Film enthusiast Nicholas Soltis was born and raised in Bridgeport and spent his entire career as a policeman on the Bridgeport force. Nick enjoyed taking home movies of family gatherings and special events in Bridgeport. In this film, Mr. Soltis captured the 1956 Barnum Festival Parade in front of a Bridgeport furniture store (the Franklin Furniture Company). His wife, Gertrude (Trudy), as well as his son, Conrad, appear at the start of the film. Conrad also makes a special appearance at the end of the film. Orginal film: 8mm, color

[@jmerly11]

Thanks for the memories. Good old Bridgeport!

[@johnvenditti482]

Very Awesome footage! Can you tell me what street that's on? It looks like Fairfield Ave, but I'm not sure. Thank you for uploading, I Love It!

[@hclibrarian06604]

Hey John, Just saw your message. I'll get back to you in a day or so. John S. - BPL

[@CharlietheDoberman]

What street ?

[@vitesse_arnhem]

RIP BPT

[@danielaragusa]

This video needs two things: an editor and a conclusion. Otherwise, an excellent retrospective.