Firemen Collection (page 92)

Firefighters parade at the Lord Mayors Show
Firefighters parade (and guests seated) at Cannon Street fire station for the Lord Mayors Show, City of London

Thames Waterman on Massey Shaw fireboat
A Thames Waterman in traditional costume with a fire company badge on his left sleeve, standing on the deck of the LFBs Massey Shaw fireboat

LCC-LFB AFS exercise
A London firewoman acting as a radio operator on the heavy unit from Hammersmith fire station at a combined full-time/auxiliary fire exercise

LCC-LFB AFS mobile column exercise
LCC-London Fire Brigade Auxiliary Fire Service mobile column exercise

Lord Mayors Show, LFB Emergency Tender
The Lord Mayors parade, City of London. Included in the London Fire Brigade procession of appliances was one of the emergency tenders followed by the breakdown lorry

AFS contingent in Lord Mayors Show
Auxiliary Fire Service (AFS) Control Room float in the Lord Mayors Show, City of London

LCC-LFB enclosed pumping appliance
A rear mounted enclosed pump showing the hosereel tubing

LCC-LFB Control Room at Lambeth HQ SE1
Brigade control was located in the basement of the Headquarters building. A view of the card index rotary drums that recorded the address of every London thoroughfare

Auxiliary Fire Service mobile control unit

NFS(London Region) Boy trapped in a coal scuttle
Boy trapped in a milk churn is set free at Brigade HQ on 4 July 1947. The milkman had brought him to the fire station in his milk float

NFS (London Region) HQ staff car
A staff car, with accident damage to front right wing, outside Lambeth workshops. Fire Force Area 38 headquarters was located at Wimbledon where this car would have been allocated

NFS heavy unit crew removing mobile pump by ramp
A heavy unit from a Brixton fire station sub-station, seen here at Regional headquarters, Lambeth, with the crew either removing or loading the trailer pump which was the appliances fire pump when

Home Office model of a building

LCC- MFB horse drawn escape cart at drill-Southwark
Southwark (Headquarters of the London Fire Brigade), slipping the escape ladder from the horse-drawn escape cart. The London County Council was created in 1889

LCC-LFB horse drawn steamer at drill, Southwark HQ

NFS (London) Officers Training Centre, Norwood, WW2
NFS (London) Officers Training Centre, Norwood, SE27

NFS (London) Officers Training Centre, Norwood SE27
A wartime social evening at the Knights Hill NFS Officers Training Centre, Norwood, London SE27

NFS (London) fire station pumping exercise, WW2
An NFS firefighter using a trailer pump to lift water from the static dam at an NFS fire station and relaying the water

NFS (London) open water pumping exercise, WW2
NFS London firefighters undertaking a pumping exercise from an open water supply (reservoir)

NFS (Salvage Corps) working at a fire, WW2
Salvage workers from Cannon Street fire station sub-station A2Z.2X (Watling Street) undertaking salvage work at a Waltham Cross warehouse fire

London Salvage Corps sheeting a warehouse wall
Following a serious fire the London Salvage Corps have protected an external face of the affected warehouse by placing a series of salvage sheets down the side of the building

NFS (Salvage Corps) protective sheets, WW2
Salvage sheets put in place by NFS Salvage Corps workers protect goods and equipment from water damage

NFS (Salvage Corps) working at a fire, with salvage sheets protecting goods and equipment from water damage

NFS firefighters and salvage corps working at a fire
Firefighters from Clerkenwell and the NFS Salvage Corps at work at a warehouse fire. The fire engines from right to left are; a towing unit

Firefighters doing productive work in lull period, WW2
During the longer lulls in firefighting activities, NFS firefighters took part in industrial production for the countrys war needs

Aftermath of a fire, Fire Force Area 34, WW2
National Fire Service firefighters from the former Middlesex Fire Brigade (integrated into the London Region), damping down and turning over following a serious fire in a depot in Douglas Road

NFS (London) breathing apparatus training, WW2
NFS firefighters, with instructor, demonstrating a compressed air breathing apparatus set and the Proto oxygen breathing apparatus sets

Donation by Canadian Red Cross to NFS, WW2
A canteen van/mobile kitchen on display at Londons Regional Headquarters, Lambeth SE1. It was one of many donated by Canadas Red Cross as part of the War Effort

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"Unwavering Heroes: Firemen Saving Lives and Protecting Communities" In a daring act of bravery, a heroic fireman rescues a young girl from the clutches of a raging inferno, reminding us of their selflessness and unwavering commitment to saving lives. Amidst the chaos and danger, another courageous fireman emerges as he fearlessly carries a little girl to safety from the engulfed flames, embodying the true essence of heroism. After battling tirelessly against an intense blaze at St Katherines Dock, these firefighters take a well-deserved tea break - their camaraderie and resilience shining through even in moments of respite. Remnants of destruction speak volumes about the sacrifices made during World War II as brave firemen navigate bomb damage in Brampton Road, Bexleyheath - forever etching their names in history. The annual review at Lambeth HQ LFB150 showcases our dedicated firefighters alongside powerful hoses, symbolizing their relentless efforts to protect lives and property amidst challenging circumstances. Flames may have ravaged this pub in SE London but thanks to the swift response by our fearless firefighters working on-site, hope rises from ashes as they battle valiantly against adversity. Echoes from World War II resonate through Kilgour Road in SE London where brave firemen confronted bomb damage head-on - exemplifying courage that knows no bounds or time constraints. The iconic LCC-LFB fireboat Massey Shaw stands tall against Westminster's backdrop; an enduring symbol representing our firefighting heroes' indomitable spirit across generations. With determination etched on their faces, Bedford Heavy Unit firefighters stand ready within London's NFS (London Region), prepared for any challenge that comes their way - guardians protecting our city's heartbeat. Eagle Street witnesses yet another display of valor as these fearless firefighters spring into action, their unwavering commitment to safeguarding lives shining through amidst the chaos.