Fireman Collection (page 6)

LCC-LFB firefighters with old hose cart
Four LCC-LFB firefighters with a 60-year old hose cart, 17 August 1938. The cart was housed in the HQ in Cherry Garden Street

Crew of the Bexleyheath Fire Brigade, Kent, with fire engine and hose

Firefighter adjusting turntable ladder mechanism

Massey Shaw fireboat on the River Thames with firefighters standing to attention on deck

Firefighters in action with hosepipes, London
Firefighters in action with hosepipes at a blazing fire, London

Firemen, c. 1910 at the Natural History Museum
In 1906, telephonic fire alarms were installed that linked ten points around the Museum with the Firemens Room in the basement and the local Fire Brigade station

LCC-MFB Dulwich fire station and horse steamer
A seven man crew from Dulwich fire station pose on the forecourt with their Merryweather steam pump. One member of a firemans family peers through the lace curtains of the accommodation at first

LCC-LFB Dennis petrol pump
Supplied by Dennis of Guildford, Surrey, the latest in the range of petrol driven pumps supplied to the London Fire Brigade

LCC-LFB in Lord Mayors Show, City of London
London firefighters and Auxiliary firefighters with appliances taking part in the annual Lord Mayors Show through the City of London. A Bedford heavy pump unit with crew leads the LFB contingent

Fire crew and horse drawn pump

Old Fish Street Hill and the Monument to the Great Fire with members of the London Fire Brigade, London, England, 19th century. From Old England: A Pictorial Museum, published 1847

LFB-AFS parade for an exercise
Part of the Civil Defence Corps, until it was disbanded in the late 1960s, the Auxiliary Fire Service consisted of volunteer firefighters who would attend a fire station for drill and training

Vale Of Rheidol Railway Aberystwyth to Devils Bridge

Merryweather and Son's improved London brigade fire engine, 1862
7125119 Merryweather and Son's improved London brigade fire engine, 1862; (add.info.: Merryweather and Son's improved London Brigade fire engine, 1862)

Fire-Fighting Appliances: The "Hodge" Steam Fire Engine, 1841 (colour litho)
8665647 Fire-Fighting Appliances: The "Hodge" Steam Fire Engine, 1841 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Fire-Fighting Appliances: "Lazy-Tongs" Fire-Escape (colour litho)
8665644 Fire-Fighting Appliances: "Lazy-Tongs" Fire-Escape (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: "Lazy-Tongs" Fire-Escape)

Fire-Fighting Appliances: Steam Fire-Engine for Canterbury, 1880 (colour litho)
8665639 Fire-Fighting Appliances: Steam Fire-Engine for Canterbury, 1880 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Steam Fire-Engine for Canterbury, 1880)

Fire-Fighting Appliances: Chemical Engine, Hand-Drawn, 1878 (colour litho)
8665638 Fire-Fighting Appliances: Chemical Engine, Hand-Drawn, 1878 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chemical Engine, Hand-Drawn, 1878)

Fire-Fighting Appliances: Hose and Ladder Carriage, etc, 1880 (colour litho)
8665642 Fire-Fighting Appliances: Hose and Ladder Carriage, etc, 1880 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hose and Ladder Carriage, etc, 1880)

Fire-Fighting Appliances: Steam Fire-Float, 1874 (colour litho)
8665636 Fire-Fighting Appliances: Steam Fire-Float, 1874 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Steam Fire-Float, 1874)

Fire-Fighting Appliances: "Hodges" Manual Fire-Engine, 1862 (colour litho)
8665630 Fire-Fighting Appliances: "Hodges" Manual Fire-Engine, 1862 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: "Hodges" Manual Fire-Engine)

Fire-Fighting Appliances: Manual Fire-Engine, Late 18th Century (colour litho)
8665629 Fire-Fighting Appliances: Manual Fire-Engine, Late 18th Century (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Manual Fire-Engine, Late 18th Century)

Letter K L N: Korrigan, Kakatoes recalcitrant and Au clair de la lune, Nanterre Fire Department
DUV4204117 Letter K L N: Korrigan, Kakatoes recalcitrant and Au clair de la lune, Nanterre Fire Department, beg 20th century (chromolithograph); 25x17.5 cm; (add.info.: Drolatic album (abecedary)

Un incendie chex un editeur. Illustration for Le Pele-Mele, 1906 (colour litho)
3101435 Un incendie chex un editeur. Illustration for Le Pele-Mele, 1906 (colour litho) by Kern, Leon (1883-1953); Private Collection; (add.info.: Un incendie chex un editeur)

North Staffordshire 0-6-0 steam locomotive with driver and fireman on the footplate. 19th century (photo)
540421 North Staffordshire 0-6-0 steam locomotive with driver and fireman on the footplate. 19th century (photo); Universal History Archive/UIG

A steam locomotive of the Boynton Bicycle Railroad
5308340 A steam locomotive of the Boynton Bicycle Railroad.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a steam locomotive of the Boynton Bicycle Railroad with a double-deck cab)

Spain (19th c.). Fireman of the royalist volunteers of Madrid. Etching. SPAIN. MADRID (AUTONOMOUS COMMUNITY). Madrid
CUL4878930 Spain (19th c.). Fireman of the royalist volunteers of Madrid. Etching. SPAIN. MADRID (AUTONOMOUS COMMUNITY). Madrid

Engraving depicting a London fireman carrying two children down the stairs of a blazing house, 19th century
5309229 Engraving depicting a London fireman carrying two children down the stairs of a blazing house, 19th century; (add.info)

Wood, the fire escape conductor heroically rescuing a mother and child from the fire in Whitechapel (engraving)
8672747 Wood, the fire escape conductor heroically rescuing a mother and child from the fire in Whitechapel (engraving) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Wood)

Fire-Fighting Appliances: Electric Fire-Engine, 1910 (colour litho)
8665655 Fire-Fighting Appliances: Electric Fire-Engine, 1910 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Electric Fire-Engine, 1910)

Fire-Fighting Appliances: Motor-Cycle and Side-Car with Manual Fire-Pump, 1910 (colour litho)
8665654 Fire-Fighting Appliances: Motor-Cycle and Side-Car with Manual Fire-Pump, 1910 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Fire-Fighting Appliances: "Metallic" Manual Fire-Engine for the Fiji Island (colour litho)
8665649 Fire-Fighting Appliances: "Metallic" Manual Fire-Engine for the Fiji Island (colour litho) by English School

Fire-Fighting Appliances: Horse Chemical Engine, 1899 (colour litho)
8665648 Fire-Fighting Appliances: Horse Chemical Engine, 1899 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Horse Chemical Engine, 1899)

Fire-Fighting Appliances: A Famous Fire-Engine, 1863 (colour litho)
8665640 Fire-Fighting Appliances: A Famous Fire-Engine, 1863 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Famous Fire-Engine, 1863)

Fire-Fighting Appliances: Automatic Spraying Helmet in use (colour litho)
8665667 Fire-Fighting Appliances: Automatic Spraying Helmet in use (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Automatic Spraying Helmet in use)

Fire-Fighting Appliances: "Piano" Type Fire-Engine, 1880 (colour litho)
8665658 Fire-Fighting Appliances: "Piano" Type Fire-Engine, 1880 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: "Piano" Type Fire-Engine, 1880)

Fire-Fighting Appliances: Hand Force-Pump, 1883 (colour litho)
8665645 Fire-Fighting Appliances: Hand Force-Pump, 1883 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hand Force-Pump, 1883)

Merryweather and Son's steam pumper fire engine, 1862
7125118 Merryweather and Son's steam pumper fire engine, 1862; (add.info.: Merryweather and Son's steam pumper fire engine, 1862)

An early fire engine, 1862
7125114 An early fire engine, 1862; (add.info.: Horizontal double-action farm, mansion or factory fire engine. From A Concise History of The International Exhibition of 1862)

A woman leading a workhouse rebellion
5307855 A woman leading a workhouse rebellion.; (add.info.: Cartoon depicting a woman leading a workhouse rebellion being sprayed by a fire hose in an attempt to end her protest. Dated 19th century)

A London fireman in standard uniform
5310146 A London fireman in standard uniform; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a London fireman in standard uniform (right) and one equipped with smoke-proof dress and breathing pipe

Letter N: Nanterre Fire Department, beg 20th century (chromolithograph)
DUV4204125 Letter N: Nanterre Fire Department, beg 20th century (chromolithograph); 25x17.5 cm; (add.info.: Drolatic album (abecedary). Series number 4 in Albums-chromo on canvas

Street scene in an Italian city, a man on a balcony observes the crowd in the street
FGL5498449 Street scene in an Italian city, a man on a balcony observes the crowd in the street, among which is found firefighters and law enforcement forces. Early 20th century; Fototeca Gilardi

Fire-Fighting Appliances: Motor-Cycle "First-Aid" Fire-Fighting Outfit (colour litho)
8665673 Fire-Fighting Appliances: Motor-Cycle "First-Aid" Fire-Fighting Outfit (colour litho) by English School

Fire-Fighting Appliances: Hand "Fire-Suds" Machine in use (colour litho)
8665663 Fire-Fighting Appliances: Hand "Fire-Suds" Machine in use (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Fire-Fighting Appliances: "Quick-Hitch" Harness, about 1881 (colour litho)
8665643 Fire-Fighting Appliances: "Quick-Hitch" Harness, about 1881 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: "Quick-Hitch" Harness)

Fire-Fighting Appliances: Hand-Drawn Hose-Carriage and Reel, 1873 (colour litho)
8665635 Fire-Fighting Appliances: Hand-Drawn Hose-Carriage and Reel, 1873 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hand-Drawn Hose-Carriage and Reel, 1873)

Fire-Fighting Appliances: "Tozer" Fire-Pump, about 1870 (colour litho)
8665631 Fire-Fighting Appliances: "Tozer" Fire-Pump, about 1870 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: "Tozer" Fire-Pump, about 1870)

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"Heroes in Action: Fireman's Courage Saves Young Girl from Raging Inferno" In the face of danger, firemen embody true heroism as they fearlessly rush into blazing flames to rescue those trapped within. With unwavering determination and selflessness, a heroic fireman defies all odds to save a young girl from the clutches of a devastating fire. Their bravery shines through as they navigate treacherous conditions, battling intense heat and billowing smoke. After their daring rescue, these courageous firefighters find solace in camaraderie during a well-deserved tea break at St Katherines Dock. Sharing stories and laughter amidst the remnants of their recent triumphs, they recharge for future challenges that lie ahead. At the LFB annual review held at Lambeth HQ LFB150, firefighters proudly showcase their skills alongside powerful hoses. Demonstrating their expertise and commitment to public safety, they stand united in protecting lives and properties against the destructive force of fires. Beyond urban landscapes lies an unexpected scene where a freight train chugs along the Welshpool & Llanfair Light Railway under watchful eyes of vigilant firemen. Ever-vigilant even outside city limits, these dedicated individuals ensure that no potential threat goes unnoticed or unaddressed. Responding swiftly to emergencies across London's diverse neighborhoods is second nature for our brave firefighters. In SE London, they tirelessly work together at the scene of a pub fire with utmost professionalism and resolve. The iconic LCC-LFB fireboat Massey Shaw stands tall on Westminster's waters—a symbol of resilience against infernos that threaten historic landmarks along London's riverbanks. These fearless men are always ready to combat any blaze on land or water with unparalleled expertise. From bygone eras emerges an image capturing history—the Bedford Heavy Unit in NFS (London Region). This vintage firefighting vehicle serves as a reminder of how far we have come while honoring those who laid foundations for our modern firefighting techniques.