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How the London Fire Brigade comes to grips with its enemy (b / w photo)
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How the London Fire Brigade comes to grips with its enemy (b / w photo)
3637455 How the London Fire Brigade comes to grips with its enemy (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: How the London Fire Brigade comes to grips with its enemy. Fighting a fire in a clothiers warehouse in Moor Lane. Illustration for Wonderful London by St John Adcock (Fleetway, c 1930). Gravure-printed.); © Look and Learn
Media ID 23634528
© Look and Learn / Bridgeman Images
Emergency Services Fire Brigade Fire Engines Firefighters Firefighting Firemen Hose Ladders Warehouse 1930 1939 Years 30 30s 1930 1939 Years 30s 19301939 1933 34 Moor Lane Nineteen Thirties
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This print captures a historic moment in the battle between the London Fire Brigade and its enemy - fire. Taken by an English photographer in the 20th century, this image showcases the bravery and determination of firefighters as they fight a blaze in a clothiers warehouse on Moor Lane. The scene is filled with action as fire engines line the street, ladders reach up towards burning buildings, and firemen work tirelessly to extinguish the flames. The photograph provides a glimpse into firefighting techniques of that era, with hoses being used to douse the inferno. The significance of this image is further highlighted by its inclusion in "Wonderful London" by St John Adcock, published around 1930. It serves as both documentation of an important event and an illustration for readers to understand the challenges faced by emergency services during fires. With its rich historical context, this photograph offers a window into early 20th-century England. It represents not only a specific moment but also reflects broader themes such as resilience, teamwork, and dedication displayed by firefighters throughout history. As we admire this snapshot frozen in time, we are reminded of how far firefighting has come since then while appreciating those who risked their lives to protect others from one of nature's most formidable forces - fire.
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