Motorised Collection

Finchleys Zwicky Fire Engine
Finchleys engine - a " Zwicky" built in Tottenhams council works around 1907 by Jean Zwicky who also designed it

LCC-LFB Cannon Street fire station, City of London
Cannon Street fire station was opened in 1906. Seen here are its three appliances on the station forecourt. Fire brigade horses had now been replaced by motorised fire appliances

LCC-LFB Dennis motorised Hatfield fire engine
LCC-London Fire Brigade, Dennis motorised Hatfield fire engine with crew

LCC-LFB Dennis motorised fire pump and crew
The introduction of the Dennis fire appliances would see the creation of dual-purpose fire engines capable of carrying either the 50 foot wheeled escape or, as here, adapted as a pump

A motor sledge which may be used at the South Pole
A suggestion for the type of motor sledge to be taken by Captain Scott, who in 1909 had announced his intention to set out on a new expedition to the South Pole

LCC-LFB Merryweather self-propelled Hatfield pump
Merryweather Hatfield pump, with crew. This was one of the first motorised fire engines used by the London Fire Brigade, capable of 30 mph

Hendon Fire Brigade (later part of Middlesex FB)
In 1855 a fire brigade was established in Hendon, renamed the Hendon Volunteer Fire Brigade in 1866, and a manual fire engine was kept in a building near the church

Scammell pump in Orange Street, London W1, WW2
Scammell 65-gallon pump in operation, supplying water to four hosepipes, at a fire in Orange Street, London W1, 21 September 1942

LCC-LFB engines and crews, Shoreditch fire station
Located at 140 Tabernacle Street, City of London EC2, Shoreditch fire station was built in 1896 for the Metropolitan Fire Brigade

LCC-LFB learner drivers on a London street
A picture taken outside the headquarters of the London Fire Brigade in Southwark Bridge Road, SE1, on 14 September 1935, showing a motorised Dennis fire engine with an L-plate on the front

LCC- MFB motorised senior officers car
At the turn of the century motorised transport was making its presence felt in Londons fire brigade, Seen here is Superintendent Cs Egerton

London Fire Brigade in Victoria Park, East London
London Fire Brigade personnel with horse-drawn and motorised vehicles in Victoria Park, East London. Date: 1902

LCC-LFB Motorised pump escape at Southwark HQ
The pump escape of No 1 station, the Brigade Headquarters fire station located at Southwark Bridge Road SE1. The adoption of motorised fire engines by the LFB would lead to a reduction in the number

Motorised appliance with crew

Removal Men and their vans
A pair of early motorised removal lorries and their teams of removal men - the company is P. W. Caswill of Acton Lane, Chiswick, London - they also offered warehousing

Aerosleds on the Ob, 1880. Creator: GP Putintsev
Aerosleds on the Ob, 1880. From a collection of 153 photographs and documents held in the Berdsk Historical Art Museum, drawn from the personal archives of people who lived in the town of Berdsk in

One of the Motor Sledges, 1911, (1913). Artist: Herbert Ponting
One of the Motor Sledges, 1911, (1913). The final expedition of British Antarctic explorer Captain Robert Falcon Scott (1868-1912) left London on 1 June 1910 bound for the South Pole

WW2 - Polish Mechanised Cavalry Brigade - soldier of the anti-tank Corps, 1940. Organised in France during World War II as part of the Polish Army in France

A. von wedells kaiserrad bike of 1889, historical illustration, wood engraving, about 1888

Motorboat Racing on the Thames
A motorboat race on the River Thames at Chiswick, organised by the Sussex Motor Yacht Club. Date: 1931

Bullet riddled car used by George Baby Face Nelson, 1934 (b/w photo)
PNP252326 Bullet riddled car used by George Baby Face Nelson, 1934 (b/w photo) by American Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

War Office Motor Traction Trials, Aldershot, Hampshire (litho)
7201916 War Office Motor Traction Trials, Aldershot, Hampshire (litho) by Prater, Ernest (1864-1950) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: War Office Motor Traction Trials, Aldershot, Hampshire)

Horse and motor vans (b / w photo)
3621836 Horse and motor vans (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Horse and motor vans)

London motor taxi of the type introduced in 1907 (b / w photo)
3637599 London motor taxi of the type introduced in 1907 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: London motor taxi of the type introduced in 1907)

Speed and the World Speeds with You
Photo montage in The Bystander reflecting the 1930s obsession with speed and transport, as exemplified by pictures of racing cars, aeroplanes and steam trains. Date: 1932

Urban Street (pencil & w / c on paper)
693010 Urban Street (pencil & w/c on paper) by Tobeen, Felix Elie (1880-1938); 16x21 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Paysage Urbain.); Photo eChristies Images; Spanish, out of copyright

The Pennington Motor-Car, The First Motor-Car in Hyde Park, London (b / w photo)
5997923 The Pennington Motor-Car, The First Motor-Car in Hyde Park, London (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Pennington Motor-Car)

Science on the battlefield: balloon and motor in war (litho)
3637866 Science on the battlefield: balloon and motor in war (litho) by Koekkoek, Hermanus Willem (1867-1929) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Science on the battlefield)

Westferry Road: freeing the road of toll, 1885 (b / w photo)
1787509 Westferry Road: freeing the road of toll, 1885 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); London Metropolitan Archives

First motorised taxi cab in Liverpool 1906
First motorised taxi cab in Liverpool, with drivers and mechanic. Date: 1906

Early Motoring - The First Motor Bicycle in the world, constructed by Daimler and Maybach in 1885. 1885

The One Hour Motor Tricycle Record

Sheen House Motor Races
Early Motor Racing - Sheen House Motor Races (left to right) D G Wridgway, Charles Jarrott, Selwyn Francis Edge. 1898

Charles Jarrott with early racing motor bicycle
Early Motor Racing - Charles Jarrott with an early racing motor bicycle

LCC-LFB engines and crews, Shoreditch fire station
Located at 140 Tabernacle Street, City of London EC2, Shoreditch fire station was built in 1896 for the Metropolitan Fire Brigade

Kilburn Toll Gate at south end of Kilburn High Road by junction of Kilburn Priory
1787512 Kilburn Toll Gate at south end of Kilburn High Road by junction of Kilburn Priory, Camden Libraries, 1875 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); London Metropolitan Archives

Modern street traders (colour litho)
2779747 Modern street traders (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Modern street traders)

Sunbeam Car & Sunbeam-Coatalen Aircraft Engines, 27th October 1917 (colour litho)
700939 Sunbeam Car & Sunbeam-Coatalen Aircraft Engines, 27th October 1917 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; Peter Newark Military Pictures; English

The Sprinkler, c. 1925 (oil on canvas)
693012 The Sprinkler, c.1925 (oil on canvas) by Tobeen, Felix Elie (1880-1938); 38.5x55 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: L Arroseur.); Photo eChristies Images; Spanish, out of copyright

Poster advertising a Parisian car dealer (colour litho)
CHT206281 Poster advertising a Parisian car dealer (colour litho) by Gray, Henri (Boulanger) (1858-1924); Musee de l Affiche, Paris

Motor Party - left to right: Lashly, Day, Evans and Hooper from Scott
STC255086 Motor Party - left to right: Lashly, Day, Evans and Hooper from Scotts Last Expedition (b/w photo) by Ponting, Herbert (1870-1935); Private Collection; (add.info)

A View in Regents Park in 1831, from The Progress of Steam, pub. by S. & J
CWA93321 A View in Regents Park in 1831, from The Progress of Steam, pub. by S. & J. Fuller, 1828 (litho) by Alken, Henry Thomas (1785-1851); City of Westminster Archive Centre, London

Horse-drawn omnibus of London Bridge Railway with passengers, 1880 (b / w photo)
1787678 Horse-drawn omnibus of London Bridge Railway with passengers, 1880 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); London Metropolitan Archives

Poster for the State Automobile Trust, 1925 (colour litho)
3106634 Poster for the State Automobile Trust, 1925 (colour litho) by Tarkhov, D. (fl.1926); 71x54 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Automobiles, motorised carts, wagons and trolleys)

Captain Scott, whose new expedition to the South Pole had just been announced in 1909, declares the motor sledge to be an invaluable adjunct to ponies and dogs on Polar expeditions

X-ray ambulance van 1904
French motorised Radiographic Van - interior view and diagram of equipment. Date: 1904

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"Motorised Fire Engines: A Glimpse into London's Firefighting History" Step back in time and witness the evolution of firefighting with these motorised marvels. The LCC-LFB Dennis motorised Hatfield fire engine, equipped with cutting-edge technology, stands as a testament to the progress made in extinguishing flames. Join us on a journey through history as we explore Finchleys Zwicky Fire Engine, an iconic symbol of resilience and bravery. This remarkable machine served its purpose valiantly, protecting lives and properties from the wrath of fire. In the heart of City of London, at LCC-LFB Cannon Street fire station, witness the hustle and bustle as dedicated firefighters prepare their trusty LCC-LFB Dennis motorised fire pump and crew for another daring rescue mission. Imagine traversing treacherous terrains with a motor sledge designed for South Pole expeditions. This powerful contraption proves that even in extreme conditions, firefighters are always ready to answer the call for help. The Merryweather self-propelled Hatfield pump from LCC-LFB showcases innovation at its finest. Its sleek design combined with exceptional functionality ensured swift response times during emergencies. Hendon Fire Brigade played a vital role in safeguarding Middlesex County. Their dedication is evident through their use of state-of-the-art equipment like Scammell pumps stationed in Orange Street during World War II. Victoria Park becomes an arena where heroes emerge amidst chaos. Witness the gallant efforts of London Fire Brigade as they battle against raging infernos using their trusted engines and fearless crews. At Shoreditch fire station, observe LCC-LFB engines and crews working seamlessly together to protect communities from devastating fires. Their unity exemplifies strength in adversity. Even learner drivers have a part to play. Watch as aspiring firefighters undergo rigorous training on London streets under the watchful eye of LCC-LFB instructors. Every step taken brings them closer to becoming the next generation of heroes.