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Fine Art Print : LCC-LFB changeover from brass to cork fire helmets
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LCC-LFB changeover from brass to cork fire helmets
Two firemen in the foreground wearing new style cork helmets and Proto Mark IV breathing apparatus sets. The man on the right is from Station 34, Shadwell, whilst the man on the left is from Station 4, Chelsea. In the background are London firefighters still wearing the old style brass helmet. The new style cork helmet was gradually being phased in
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© London Fire Brigade / Mary Evans Picture Library
1938 Action Apparatus Brass Breathing Chelsea Cork Helmets Hose Hoses Mark Oxygen Proto Sets Shadwell Changeover Firefighter Firefighters Firefighting Fireman Firemen
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into history with our exquisite fine art print from the Media Storehouse collection. Witness the significant changeover moment in London Fire Brigade's history, as two brave firefighters from Station 34, Shadwell, proudly display their new cork helmets and Proto Mark IV breathing apparatus sets. Captured by the renowned Mary Evans Picture Library, this evocative image from the Mary Evans Prints Online archive transports you back in time, showcasing the transition from brass to cork helmets. Adorn your walls with this stunning piece of firefighting heritage and relive the rich history of the London Fire Brigade.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 49.6cm (16" x 19.5")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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In this evocative photograph from the London Fire Brigade's archives, two firefighters proudly display the latest firefighting equipment in a poignant moment marking the changeover from brass to cork helmets. The firemen, hailing from Stations 34 in Shadwell and 4 in Chelsea, are seen wearing the new Proto Mark IV breathing apparatus sets, complete with cork helmets. These innovative new helmets were gradually being phased in, replacing the traditional brass helmets that had long been a symbol of the London Fire Brigade. The background of the image is filled with London firefighters, still clad in their old-fashioned brass helmets. The contrast between the new and old styles creates a striking visual representation of the evolution of firefighting equipment. The Proto Mark IV sets, with their hoses, oxygen tanks, and service apparatus, were a significant improvement in firefighting technology. This photograph, taken in the late 1930s, captures the essence of the transition from the 1930s to the modern era of firefighting. The image is a testament to the London Fire Brigade's commitment to updating its equipment and ensuring its firefighters were equipped with the best tools to protect the city. The two firemen, with their determined expressions and new gear, embody the spirit of progress and dedication that has long defined the London Fire Brigade.
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