Framed Print : Firefighters in action at Ludgate Circus, London
Framed Photos from Mary Evans Picture Library
Firefighters in action at Ludgate Circus, London
Firefighters in action at Ludgate Circus, London, in May 1932, watched by a large crowd. Date: 1932
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Media ID 14156804
© London Fire Brigade / Mary Evans Picture Library
1932 Action Billowing Circus Corps Engines Ladder Ladders Ludgate Restaurant Salvage Slater Spectators Vehicles Watched Watching Firefighter Firefighters Firefighting Fireman Firemen Slaters
14"x12" (38x32cm) Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating "Firefighters in Action at Ludgate Circus, London" framed print from Media Storehouse. This evocative photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, takes you back in time to May 1932, where firefighters bravely tackle a blaze in the heart of London's Ludgate Circus. Witness the determination and courage of the firefighters as they work to extinguish the flames, all while a large crowd looks on in awe. This stunning, rights managed print is a must-have for history enthusiasts, firefighter supporters, or anyone who appreciates the drama and heroism of the past. Bring this piece of London's history into your home or office and be inspired by the bravery and resilience of the past.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (38x32cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm 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
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 19.4cm x 24.4cm (7.6" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 32.5cm x 37.6cm (12.8" x 14.8")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative photograph, taken in May 1932, a team of brave firefighters from the London Fire Brigade (LFB) are seen in action at Ludgate Circus in London. The scene is chaotic as thick, billowing smoke fills the air, and the firemen work diligently to contain the blaze that has engulfed a building on the corner of the busy road intersection. The fire engine, with its distinctive red body and ladder extended, is at the center of the action, as the firefighters use the ladder to access the upper floors of the burning structure. A large crowd of onlookers has gathered on the street, watching the firefighting efforts with a mixture of awe and concern. Some spectators huddle together for warmth, while others lean out of windows or stand on balconies to get a better view. The restaurant at the base of the building, with its sign still visible through the smoke, appears to be closed, but its patrons have likely been evacuated safely. The London Fire Brigade, founded in 1865, has a rich history of serving the city and its people. In the 1930s, firefighting techniques and equipment were constantly evolving, and the firefighters of this era were true heroes, risking their lives to protect the community from the destructive power of fire. This photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, capturing the intensity and urgency of a fire scene and the dedication of the firefighters who worked to save lives and property.
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