LOST GERMANY – rare 1937 footage – restored and colorized with added ambient sound

Today’s video takes you back to German cities in 1937. The scenes were filmed in Eisenach, Leipzig, Cologne, Düsseldorf, Wetzlar, and Berlin.

The footage captures everyday life: people walking through city streets, driving on the German autobahn, and attending church. We also see painters at work, factory workers during their daily routines, and kayakers on the water. Small moments of joy and curiosity remind us how universal human experiences can feel—even across decades.

Credit: USHMM, courtesy of the Library of Congress (Public Domain)
Director & Camera Operator: Julien Hequembourg Bryan (1899–1974), American documentarian
Date: 1937

Colorization & Sound Design: Not historically accurate. These were added to create a more immersive viewing experience. Feedback and discussion in the comments are very welcome.

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