Turntable Collection (page 3)

Inspecting a new turntable ladder (this is a Merryweather). The Corps of Canadian Fire-fighters (also known as the Volunteer Corps of Canadian Fire-fighters and simply as CCCF)

Santa Fe Roundhouse, Emporia, Kansas, USA
Santa Fe Rail Roundhouse, Emporia Turntable, Kansas, USA. The Emporia turntable was a Santa Fe standard 120 through truss design

Firefighting training display at Southwark Headquarters
Over 100 years ago, the London Fire Brigade encouraged a good public image, often opening its doors to exercises and special training events

LCC-LFB Morris-Magirus solid tyre turntable ladder
The increasing need for ladders capable of reaching beyond the scope of the standard wheeled escape saw the introduction of the fist horse drawn turntable ladder in the late 1890s

LCC-LFB Metz 100 foot turntable ladder at drills
A Metz-Leyland 85 foot turntable ladder at drill at the Headquarters station, Southwark SE1

LCC-LFB Tilling-Stevens petrol-electric turntable ladder
One of two similar turntable ladders (TL) which the London Fire Brigade had in service at this time

Turntable ladder, Wembley fire station
Turntable ladder at Wembley fire station

Firefighters at scene of fire in Commercial Road, East London

Fire at Crowland Road School, Crowland Road, Tottenham N15
A 10 Pump Fire at Crowland Road School, in Crowland Road, Tottenham N15

LCC-LFB 100 foot turntable ladder at Lambeth HQ
An AEC/Magirus all steel turntable ladder with its own fire pump at the Brigade headquarters station, Lambeth SE1. These open type TL were still operational in the mid 1960s although they were only

Last pair of horses used by London Fire Brigade
An historic and sad occasion for the London Fire Brigade in November 1921, when the Brigade said farewell to the last pair of horses (together with their horse-drawn fire engine)

LCC-LFB Major fire, Farringdon Street EC4
Fire seriously damages a Farringdon Street office building in Clerkenwell, City of London. Two turntable ladders are at work together with the 15 pumps

GLC-LFB Turntable ladder
A Saxon Dodge 30 metre (100 foot) turntable ladder showing the outrigger jacks deployed which provide stability to the ladder when in use

GLC-LFB Shop roof fire, Dagenham, Essex
A turntable ladder at work at the scene of a fire in Dagenham, Essex, involving a parade of shops where fire had broken through the roof

GLC-LFB Headquarters, Lambeth fire station
The pump-escape, pump and turntable ladder from Lambeth fire station stand on the forecourt of the Brigade Headquarters. Lambeth fire station occupied the ground and first floor of the main building

GLC-LFB - Foam Tender at Heston
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

Appliance room of Cannon Street Fire Station, London
The appliance room of Cannon Street Fire Station in the City of London. The horses are not long gone, and their empty stalls can be seen left of centre

Blitz in London -- Surrey Commercial Docks, WW2
Blitz in London -- No.6 Warehouse, Surrey Commercial Docks, Rotherhithe, 7 September 1940. Fire crews in action with five jets and a turntable ladder

LFDCA-LFB Simon Snorkel hydraulic platform
Pictured on Blackheath, SE London, the hydraulic platform from Greenwich fire station

French Railway Alphabet - P for Plaques tournantes (turntables). 19th century

Lausanne, Switzerland - View of the Grand Pont
The Great Bridge (Grand Pont), originally called Pont Pichard, is a bridge in Lausanne (Switzerland). The bridge crosses the Grand Valley Flon

Susi - sitting on a record player turntable. 1950s

Susi - with kitten inside record player
Susi - with a kitten inside an old record player, with the lid coming down. 1950s

Susi - with kitten and broken record. 1950s

Susi - with kitten and record player. 1950s

Fire Appliance
A new fire appliance with turntable ladder and pump comes into service. The Corps of Canadian Fire-fighters (also known as the Volunteer Corps of Canadian Fire-fighters and simply as CCCF)

Steam Locomotive Samson on the Turntable, Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Narrow Gauge Railway, Kent, England. Date: 1950s

0-6-0 Steam Engine FLR 290 on Turntable, USA. Florida Railroad Date: 1910s

Firefighters in action, Fanshaw Street, London N1
Firefighters in action with turntable ladders and hosepipes at a building in Fanshaw Street, London N1, 28 February 1956. The fire had gone through the roof before the first appliance arrived

Firefighters in action with ladder and hosepipes
Firefighters in action at the scene of a fire with a turntable ladder and hosepipes. Date: circa 1950s

Annual Review, turntable ladder demonstration, London HQ
LFB Annual Review at HQ, with a turntable ladder demonstration in the training yard. Date: 1957

Blitz in London -- fire and smoke on worst night, WW2
Blitz in the City of London -- fire and smoke on the worst night of bombing. Date: 1940s

LFB turntable ladder in action, with rescued person
LFB turntable ladder in action, with a rescued person in a harness. The ladder is being trained away from the building, and a firefighter steadies the man using the tail line

Magirus patent turntable ladder fire escape
Details of the Magirus-Leiter patent turntable ladder fire escape, a prize-winning vehicle exhibited at various trade fairs in Paris (1900), Berlin (1901) and London (1903)

Firefighter adjusting turntable ladder mechanism

Morris Magirus vehicle with turntable ladder
A Morris Magirus vehicle with turntable ladder, commissioned in 1931. Date: circa 1931

Turntable appliance by Merryweather, Blackheath Common
Turntable appliance by Merryweather of Greenwich, seen here being demonstrated on Blackheath Common. It was destined for Rangoon, India. One of the men is Station Officer Edwards

Fire at GPO Stores, Tabernacle Street, London
Fire at GPO Stores, Tabernacle Street, City of London, 28 March 1955. Showing a firefighter in action with a hosepipe at the top of a turntable ladder. Date: 1955

Firefighting training display at Southwark Headquarters
Over 100 years ago, the London Fire Brigade encouraged a good public image, often opening its doors to exercises and special training events

Firefighter training, LFB HQ, Lambeth
Firefighter training at the London Fire Brigade HQ in Lambeth, with a man operating a hose at the top of the turntable ladder. Aerial view, probably taken from the top of the drill tower

Fire engine and drill tower, LFB HQ, Lambeth
Fire engine and drill tower at the London Fire Brigade HQ in Lambeth, with a training exercise in progress

Firefighters with Essex County Fire Brigade engine
Firefighters with an Essex County Fire Brigade engine (TLP, turntable ladder pump)

Controls of a Leyland Metz fire engine, WW2
Controls of a Leyland Metz TLP (turntable ladder pump) fire engine, showing extension and elevation dials, 3 November 1944. Date: 1944

A revolving house by G. H. Davis
A revolving house the owner can turn while in his bath. Rotated like a turntable to catch the sun at any point: the Villa Tournesol

Manufacturing equipment - Lead Shrapnel - WW1 Date: circa 1915

Turntable ladder drill at Southwark HQ. Date: 1915

Hands molding clay on wheel

Early record player with large trumpet

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"Revolutionizing Firefighting: The Timeless Turntable" Step back in time to the year 1933, where the Cheltenham Spa St James turntable stood tall as a symbol of innovation and efficiency. This remarkable contraption allowed fire engines to swiftly change direction, ensuring rapid response times during emergencies. During World War II, the NFS 60ft hand-operated turntable ladder became an invaluable asset in combating fires caused by devastating bombings. Witness the bravery of firefighters maneuvering this towering ladder amidst the chaos of London's Blitz. In bustling Kings Cross station, London, Great Northern Railway showcased their commitment to safety with their very own turntable ladder. A testament to progress and adaptability, it served as a lifeline for rescuers reaching great heights when every second counted. London's historic landmarks witnessed countless heroic acts during wartime. As bombs rained down upon the city streets, GLC-LFB Firefighters fearlessly operated turntable ladders at Brigade HQ and Lambeth Road's fire station - battling flames that threatened lives and heritage alike. The LCC-LFB Leyland Metz 100 foot turntable ladder epitomized strength and versatility. Its imposing presence instilled confidence in both firefighters and citizens alike – a beacon of hope rising above adversity. From Whitechapel fire station to Bishopsgate fire station in City of London, LCC-LFB engines proudly displayed their turntable ladders - symbols of unwavering dedication protecting communities day after day. Yet beyond its firefighting prowess lies another tale – that of Thomas Edison's ingenuity. The visionary inventor revolutionized music forever with his invention: the phonograph or "turntable. " From vinyl records spinning on these devices emerged melodies that touched souls across generations. Whether it be saving lives or serenading hearts with music; from Cheltenham Spa St James' historical significance to Thomas Edison's groundbreaking creation – one thing remains clear.