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Antique Framed Print : NFS training / instructional photo, use of hose, WW2
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NFS training / instructional photo, use of hose, WW2
How not to make a length of rolled up hose flat -- dont jump on it
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Media ID 7639059
© London Fire Brigade / Mary Evans
1944 Correct Flat Hose Hoses Incorrect Instruction Jump Jumping Length Maintenance Rolled Wrong Firefighter Firefighters Firefighting Fireman Firemen
21"x16" (54x41cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 15x10 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 21x16 inches (54x41cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 23.6cm x 37.1cm (9.3" x 14.6")
Estimated Product Size is 41.4cm x 54cm (16.3" x 21.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures a moment of humorous mishap during a training session at the London Fire Brigade in the 1940s. The scene depicts a group of firemen attempting to make a length of rolled-up hose flat for storage. The incorrect method, as demonstrated in the image, involves jumping on the hose to compress it. However, as one fireman in the foreground discovers, this approach results in an unintended and rather comical consequence – the hose springs back up, leaving the jumper covered in a tangled mess. The London Fire Brigade, established in 1865, played a crucial role in protecting the city during World War II. Firefighting during wartime presented unique challenges, with the risk of fires being started by bombing raids and the need for firefighters to respond quickly and efficiently. Proper care and maintenance of equipment, such as hoses, were essential for the success of their operations. This photograph serves as a reminder of the importance of following correct procedures, even during the heat of the moment or in the midst of training. The image also highlights the camaraderie and sense of humor that existed among the firemen, despite the challenges they faced. The London Fire Brigade's dedication to their mission and their ability to find levity in their work is a testament to their resilience and commitment to their community.
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