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LCC-MFB horse drawn wheeled escape cart
The newly developed horse drawn wheeled escape cart which allowed the escape ladder to be more easily slipped by the firefighters, thus shortening the time it took to rescue someone from a fire
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Media ID 7640301
© London Fire Brigade / Mary Evans Picture Library
Drawn Escape Escapes Horsed Ladder Ladders Rescue Slipped Wheeled Firefighter Firefighters Firefighting Fireman Firemen Vehciles
17"x15" (43x38cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 10x8 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 17x15 inches (431x381mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 17.3cm (9.6" x 6.8")
Estimated Product Size is 43.1cm x 38.1cm (17" x 15")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph, sourced from the Mary Evans Picture Library, showcases a significant innovation in firefighting technology from the late 1890s - the London Fire Brigade's newly developed horse-drawn wheeled escape cart. The cart, operated by the Metropolitan Fire Brigade (MFB), was designed to streamline the rescue process during fires. Traditionally, fire escape ladders were carried by firefighters and had to be manually placed against buildings before being used to rescue individuals from upper floors. However, this new cart allowed the escape ladder to be more easily and quickly slipped onto the vehicle, significantly reducing the time it took to initiate a rescue. The cart, drawn by a team of powerful horses, was an essential addition to the fire brigade's arsenal during the Victorian era. The firefighters, dressed in their iconic uniforms, can be seen here preparing the cart for action. The horses, with their heads held high and tails held aloft, appear focused and determined as they await their command. The wheeled escape cart revolutionized the way firefighters were able to rescue people from burning buildings, allowing them to save lives more efficiently and effectively. This photograph is a testament to the ingenuity and dedication of the London Fire Brigade during a time when fire safety regulations were not as stringent as they are today. The image captures a moment in history, providing a glimpse into the past and the evolution of firefighting technology.
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