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MAB First Ambulance
Side view of one of the first ambulances to be operated by Londons Metropolitan Asylums Board in the 1880s for transporting fever and smallpox patients to and from the Boards hospitals. The horse-drawn vehicle could carry two patients on stretchers plus an attendant
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This photograph presents a rare glimpse into the past, showcasing one of the first ambulances operated by London's Metropolitan Asylums Board in the late 1880s. The side view of the horse-drawn vehicle reveals its historical significance as a vital fixture in the transportation of fever and smallpox patients to and from the Boards hospitals. During the Victorian era, public health and medical care were of paramount importance, especially in the face of widespread poverty and inadequate housing conditions that contributed to the prevalence of diseases such as smallpox and typhus. The Metropolitan Asylums Board, established in 1848, was responsible for managing workhouses and hospitals in London, including those for the care of the sick and the destitute. The ambulance in this photograph, with its distinctive design and purpose-built features, could carry two patients on stretchers, along with an attendant, ensuring the safe and comfortable transport of those in need. The vehicle's design, with its large, protective canopy and separate compartment for the patients, was essential in preventing the spread of contagion during transit. The lamp affixed to the vehicle not only provided illumination for nighttime journeys but also served as a visual signal of the ambulance's presence and importance. The intricate details of the wheels and the sturdy construction of the vehicle's body attest to the meticulous craftsmanship that went into creating this essential piece of medical history. This photograph offers a fascinating window into the past, providing a glimpse into the medical care and transportation systems that were in place during the 1880s. It serves as a poignant reminder of the dedication and innovation that characterized the work of organizations like the Metropolitan Asylums Board in addressing the health needs of London's population during a time of great social and medical change.
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