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Metal Print : LCC-LFB Mile End fire station, E1
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LCC-LFB Mile End fire station, E1
Built by the London County Council, Mile End fire station was located at 263 Mile End Road. The widespread adoption of motorised fire engines by the LFB led to a reduction in the number of fire stations --a report produced in 1920 recommended the closure of 15, and this was one of them
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Media ID 7641783
© London Fire Brigade / Mary Evans Picture Library
20"x16" (51x41cm) Metal Print
Bring a piece of London's rich firefighting history into your home with our stunning Metal Print of Mile End Fire Station by London Fire Brigade / Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This iconic image showcases the LCC-LFB Mile End Fire Station, located at 263 Mile End Road. Built in an era when motorized fire engines were just gaining popularity, this fire station played a significant role in protecting the community. Our high-quality Metal Prints are known for their vibrant colors, sleek design, and long-lasting durability. Each print is meticulously printed on a lightweight aluminum sheet using a dye sublimation process, ensuring brilliant colors and sharp details that will not fade or peel over time. Elevate your home or office decor with this unique and captivating piece of London's history.
Your image is printed photographically and bonded to a 3.5mm thick, Dibond board (black polyethylene sandwiched between two sheets of white coated aluminium). The panel is then sealed with a gloss protective covering. Supplied complete with a wall mount which holds the print 10mm from the wall.
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Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This evocative photograph captures the historic LCC-LFB Mile End Fire Station, located at 263 Mile End Road in London's East End. Built by the London County Council in the late 1800s, this Victorian fire station was one of many established to provide essential firefighting services to the growing urban population. The widespread adoption of motorized fire engines by the London Fire Brigade (LFB) in the early 1900s led to a significant reduction in the number of fire stations. A report produced in 1920 recommended the closure of 15 stations, and unfortunately, Mile End Fire Station was among those earmarked for decommission. The image shows the fire station's imposing red brick facade, adorned with intricate stone detailing and large, wooden blinds. The fire engines and other equipment are housed within the station's spacious garage bays, ready for deployment at a moment's notice. The firemen, dressed in their distinctive uniforms, can be seen engaging in various tasks, ensuring that their equipment is in top condition and that they are prepared for any emergency. Despite the station's eventual closure, this photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the vital role that fire stations played in the lives of Londoners during the early 20th century. The image transports us back in time, providing a glimpse into the daily routine of the brave men and women who dedicated their lives to keeping the city safe from the threat of fire.
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