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Irkutsk police fire brigade. Steam fire pipe and Arsenal well, 1894. Creator: R Prorokov
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Irkutsk police fire brigade. Steam fire pipe and Arsenal well, 1894. Creator: R Prorokov
Irkutsk police fire brigade. Steam fire pipe and Arsenal well, 1894. This collection of photographs and documents from the private archive of Sergei Mikhailovich Chashchin relates to the establishment of a firefighting service in eastern Siberia in the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. It includes materials about early firefighting equipment, the organization of a Siberian firefighting team, and the leaders of Siberia's first firefighting service
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In this photograph from the late 1890s, members of the Irkutsk police fire brigade are seen gathered around a steam fire pipe and arsenal well in Irkutsk, Russia. The image is part of a collection of photographs and documents from the private archive of Sergei Mikhailovich Chashchin, providing valuable insights into the establishment of a firefighting service in eastern Siberia during the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. The photograph captures the raw power and determination of these early firefighters as they prepare for a potential emergency. Three firemen, dressed in heavy coats and hats, stand near the steam pipe, ready to use it to extinguish a fire. Horses, harnessed to a horse-drawn vehicle, are tethered nearby, while another fireman tends to the arsenal well, ensuring that the team has access to an ample water supply. The use of steam power in firefighting was a significant innovation during this period, and the Irkutsk police fire brigade was at the forefront of adopting this technology in Siberia. The photograph offers a glimpse into the importance of firefighting services during this era, as well as the challenges and complexities of providing emergency services in a remote and harsh climate. The photograph is a testament to the dedication and bravery of the firefighters who risked their lives to protect their communities from the destructive power of fire. It also highlights the rich history and heritage of firefighting in Russia and the important role that it continues to play in protecting people and property to this day. R Prorokov's photograph is an invaluable historical record of this important aspect of Siberian history.
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