Fine Art Print : Trainee lowered from tower during exercise drill, WW2
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Trainee lowered from tower during exercise drill, WW2
National Fire Service trainee being lowered from a tower during exercise drill. Date: 1940s
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Media ID 14118572
© London Fire Brigade / Mary Evans Picture Library
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20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our captivating selection from the Media Storehouse Fine Art Prints range. This mesmerizing image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, depicts a National Fire Service trainee being lowered from a tower during an exercise drill in the 1940s. Experience the history and courage of the past with this evocative, rights-managed print. Ideal for enhancing your home or office decor, this fine art print is a unique addition to any collection. Immerse yourself in the story this image tells and bring a piece of history into your space.
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.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 36.1cm x 50.8cm (14.2" x 20")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the intensity and danger of firefighting training during World War II. In the image, a National Fire Service trainee is being lowered from the top of a tall tower, likely as part of an exercise drill to prepare for real-life emergencies. The trainee wears a tin hat and holds on tightly to the ropes securing him, while his fellow firefighters below carefully manage the ropes to ensure a safe descent. The atmosphere is tense, with the fire station in the background and the ominous clouds looming in the sky, hinting at the constant threat of air raids that London faced during the war. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the bravery and dedication of the firefighters who risked their lives to protect the city during this turbulent period in history. The National Fire Service played a crucial role in keeping London safe during World War II, and this image offers a glimpse into the rigorous training that these brave men underwent to prepare for the challenges they would face on the job.
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