Stationed Collection

The Battle of the Roer Triangle; Second World War, 1945
Sketch showing the Allied Second Army crossing the Vloed Beek in Holland during a night attack on the 17th January 1945. On the left of the image one can see sappers constructing an improvised

LCC-MFB Cherry Garden river fire station, SE London
Built by the London County Council, Cherry Garden river fire station was located at Cherry Garden Street in Bermondsey. It was one of four Metropolitan Fire Brigade river stations and, from 1904

Bristol
Members of the Bristol contingent. The Corps of Canadian Fire-fighters (also known as the Volunteer Corps of Canadian Fire-fighters and simply as CCCF)

GLC-LFB Eastern Command Control Unit
The GLC-LFB was created on 1 April 1965. A series of photos was commissioned of each type of fire engine, either within or absorbed into the enlarged London Fire Brigade

Portsmouth (exact location unknown). The Corps of Canadian Fire-fighters (also known as the Volunteer Corps of Canadian Fire-fighters and simply as CCCF)

Canadians in Southampton
The Southampton contingent of the CCCF who were billeted near the docks at the Apollo Hotel. The Corps of Canadian Fire-fighters

A CCF crew
Crewing a British fire appliance somewhere outside Portsmouth. The Corps of Canadian Fire-fighters (also known as the Volunteer Corps of Canadian Fire-fighters and simply as CCCF)

Telegraph from Maharaja Bikaner to Major Crawford
Telegraph sent from Maharaja Bikaner to Major Crawford of the British 125th Rifles, stationed at Ahmednagar in the state of Maharashtra, India

Indian Native Doctors at Hampton Court Palace, June 1902. Date: 1902

Sikh Soldiers - 15th Regiment - at Hampton Court Palace Date: 1902

The Wonder Book Of The R. A. F
An illustrated front cover for a WW2 children's book, The Wonder Book Of The R.A.F, portraying a British Royal Air Force airmen smoking as he glances towards the sky

WW2 R. A. F. Air Base
This illustration shows an aerial view of a British WW2 Royal Air Force air base, combat planes are stationed in and outside the hangars. Date: 1941

W. F. Sedgwick Advertisement
An advertisement for W. F. Sedgwick Ltd, London based Engravers by all the processes, including photographers, designers and artists

An Italian Lake
A watercolour painting of some docked boats stationed against a fine waterside walkway, located by an Italian lake. A man in white uniform is leaning on a sack on the right. Date: 1917

Reflections In The River Somme
A landscape oil painting of a large flock of sheer, some of which are gathered by the edge of the river Somme, drinking, three boats are stationed next to each other. Date: circa 1919

The Corral
A landscape painting of a massive group of horses stationed at a tent settlement in the countryside, having been corraled before nightfall. Date: circa 1919

A Fishcurer's Yard
An oil painting of a fish curer's yard, a carriage is stationed next to the building, beside an array of storage barrels. Date: circa 1918

Horses and Barn
An etching showing a small, simple barn with a damaged roof and two horses stationed outside. Date: circa 1925

Officers and signallers have stationed themselves in a loft or attic in the upper storey of a damaged building, whose windows command a view the enermy's postion

Inniskillings in transit
The Inniskilling Fusiliers, stationed in China, are ordered back to Europe to die on the western front : a shipboard scene after leaving Tientsin (now Tianjin). Date: circa 1914

The New Training-Ship Shaftesbury, stationed at Grays, Essex (engraving)
1621718 The New Training-Ship Shaftesbury, stationed at Grays, Essex (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The New Training-Ship Shaftesbury)

Encampment at Montagu House
The encampments set up in the gardens during the Gordon Riots in 1780. Over six days in June 1780, protests took place against the limited concessions of the first Catholic Relief Act

Plaque to Canadian Artillery D21 Battery, Zonnebeke
The plaque is on the outside wall of the re-built church. The battery was stationed in Zonnebeke during Third Ypres, October-November 1917

"Stationed in the vestibule is the famous cradle"(b / w photo)
5215155 " Stationed in the vestibule is the famous cradle" (b/w photo) by American Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Scrap, 12th Lancers, Cavalry Regiment
Victorian scrap, 12th Lancers, Cavalry Regiment stationed in India. 1858

The Crisis in China, Views in Peking and Neighbourhood (b / w photo)
1606560 The Crisis in China, Views in Peking and Neighbourhood (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Crisis in China)

The Renewed Conflict in Crete (litho)
1606930 The Renewed Conflict in Crete (litho) by Wright, Henry Charles Seppings (1850-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Renewed Conflict in Crete)

The Battle of Tonelero 1852
Battle between the Argentine Confederation army and the Brazilian Imperial Navy, commanded by Admiral Grenfell in the flagship steamer " Affonzo"

Cabinet photograph - Royal Navy Officer stationed in India. Date: circa 1890s

Letter from Albert Auerbach from northern France, WW1
First page of a letter dated 18 August 1918 from Albert Auerbach of the Royal Fusiliers to his sister Lucy. He was stationed with his regiment in northern France

Exploration in East Africa, the Cavendish Expedition (b / w photo)
1039370 Exploration in East Africa, the Cavendish Expedition (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Exploration in East Africa)

Letter from Albert Auerbach from Rouen, France, WW1
First page of a letter dated 30 April 1916 from Albert Auerbach of the Royal Fusiliers to his sister Lucy from No.1 Territorial Base Depot, Rouen, Northern France

With the Cape Field Artillery in South Africa (engraving)
1044245 With the Cape Field Artillery in South Africa (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: With the Cape Field Artillery in South Africa)

Our Fishermen, a Trip to the Thames Church Mission Smack "Ensign, "stationed with the North Sea Fishing Fleet
1044255 Our Fishermen, a Trip to the Thames Church Mission Smack " Ensign, " stationed with the North Sea Fishing Fleet (engraving) by English School

View of Adderley Street from opposite the Custom House (b / w photo)
3092296 View of Adderley Street from opposite the Custom House (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Chichester Training-Ship for Poor Boys, stationed in the Thames (engraving)
1610913 The Chichester Training-Ship for Poor Boys, stationed in the Thames (engraving) by Weedon, Edwin (1819-79); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Chichester Training-Ship for Poor Boys)

The Royal Navy at Apia (engraving)
1598771 The Royal Navy at Apia (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Royal Navy at Apia. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 22 April 1899)

Views in Bermuda, where the 2nd Battalion Grenadier Guards are now stationed (engraving)
1596566 Views in Bermuda, where the 2nd Battalion Grenadier Guards are now stationed (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Views in Bermuda)

The Gateway, The Castle (b / w photo)
3092514 The Gateway, The Castle (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Gateway, The Castle)

The Spanish Reinforcements for Cuba, Papal Benediction of Troops at Vittoria before their Departure (litho)
1056620 The Spanish Reinforcements for Cuba, Papal Benediction of Troops at Vittoria before their Departure (litho) by English School

A Golfing Travellers Tale (litho)
1039357 A Golfing Travellers Tale (litho) by Ralston, William (1848-1911) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Golfing Travellers Tale)

Hugh Cudlipp, of the Daily Mirror Newspapers, Sunday Pictorial Newspapers and the International Publishing Corporation (1963-68), attends Prime Ministers Dinner for Mr Kosygin, at No

Plymouth
A typical scene in the Blitzed city of Plymouth. The Corps of Canadian Fire-fighters (also known as the Volunteer Corps of Canadian Fire-fighters and simply as CCCF)

Training from a tower
One of the slightly more hazardous aspects of training was from the tower. The Corps of Canadian Fire-fighters (also known as the Volunteer Corps of Canadian Fire-fighters and simply as CCCF)

Football Match between England and Scotland - Trimulgherry
Football Match between England and Scotland - Tirumalagiri (Trimulgherry), a major suburb of Secunderabad, India. Date: 1907

Algeria - Bejaia - The Town and French Naval Squadron
Algeria - Bejaia (formerly Bougie or Bugia) - The Town and French Naval Squadron stationed there at this time. Date: circa 1910s

GLC-LFB Dennis emergency rescue tender
The word Rescue was added to the sides of the London Fire Brigades fleet of emergency tenders, and ETs became known as ERTs (Emergency rescue tenders)

Otto Albert Koch (1866-1920), German graphic artist. 1909 the Battle of the Teutoburg Forest or the Battle of Varus In 9 AD

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"Stationed: A Glimpse into Historical and Modern Tales" In the midst of the Second World War, in 1945, the Battle of the Roer Triangle unfolded, leaving an indelible mark on history. Soldiers bravely stationed themselves amidst chaos and uncertainty, fighting for freedom and peace. Fast forward to modern times, where we find ourselves at LCC-MFB Cherry Garden river fire station in SE London. This bustling hub serves as a sanctuary for firefighters who are always ready to respond to emergencies with unwavering dedication. Venturing further westward brings us to Bristol, a city steeped in rich heritage. Here lies GLC-LFB Eastern Command Control Unit - a command center that ensures seamless coordination during critical situations. Across the waters lies Portsmouth; its exact location unknown but its significance undeniable. It served as a strategic naval base during tumultuous times when brave sailors were stationed here to protect their homeland from unseen threats. Amidst this tapestry of stories emerges a crew from CCF - united by their commitment and camaraderie. Whether it be Canadians stationed in Southampton or The Plymouth's gallant sailors setting sail towards distant shores, they all share one common thread: leaving home behind for duty's call. The GLC-LFB appliance fleet stands tall as an emblem of preparedness - Emergency Tenders poised to rush into action whenever disaster strikes. These vehicles symbolize hope amid adversity and remind us of those who remain steadfastly "stationed" at our side when we need them most. Traveling beyond borders takes us to Montenegro Kotor - picturesque yet harboring tales untold. Here too lie stories waiting patiently to be discovered; narratives woven within pages like "The Wonder Book Of The R. A. F, " capturing heroic feats accomplished by those stationed high above the clouds defending skies against enemy forces.