Fire Alarm Collection

Early fire brigade street alarm
Early fire brigade alarm system. Historical artwork of a fireman testing a 19th-century combined telephonic and telegraphic street fire alarm system

Fire suppression systems
Illustration of a fire suppression systems

District of Columbia - Fire Alarm Box And Policeman, 1913. Creator: Harris & Ewing
District of Columbia - Fire Alarm Box And Policeman, 1913. 13½ Street N.W

Woman telephoning for a fire engine (colour litho)
3094447 Woman telephoning for a fire engine (colour litho) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Woman telephoning for a fire engine)

The Fire Alarm, or how Muddleborough got its new Engine (chromolitho)
1043452 The Fire Alarm, or how Muddleborough got its new Engine (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Fire Alarm)

Fire alarm
Roberto Parola

Children drawing water from the Aldgate pump, London, August 1908. One boy pumps while the other holds a cup under the water outlet. To the left is a street fire alarm, with a bank behind

Street fire alarm, Southwark, London, 1932. Box with a telephone from which the fire brigade could be called. These boxes would have had keys to deter hoax callers

The Night Alarm, The Life of a Fireman, 1854. Artist: Nathaniel Currier
The Night Alarm, The Life of a Fireman, 1854

A Night Alarm, 1886. Artist: Julian Ashton
A Night Alarm, 1886.Wood engraving from Picturesque Atlas of Australasia, Vol I, by Andrew Garran, illustrated under the supervision of Frederic B Schell, (Picturesque Atlas Publishing Co, 1886)

Fire safety. Fire extinguisher, fire alarm and fire exit signs on a wall

View of a circuit board from an alarm system
Circuit board. View of a printed circuit board with electronic components attached to it. Circuit boards connect components, including microchips (black rectangles), transistors, diodes, resistors

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"From Early Street Alarms to Modern Fire Suppression Systems: A Captivating Journey" Step back in time and witness the evolution of fire alarms, from the early days of street alarms to today's advanced fire suppression systems. In a captivating lithograph titled "The Fire Alarm, or how Muddleborough got its new Engine, " we see the excitement that ensues when a town finally acquires a much-needed fire engine. The image depicts a woman telephoning for help, highlighting the importance of communication during emergencies. Transporting us further into history, we encounter scenes like "Children drawing water from the Aldgate pump" in London back in August 1908. This snapshot showcases community efforts to combat fires using primitive methods. Fast forward to 1932 and we find ourselves on Southwark streets with a street fire alarm ready to alert authorities at any sign of danger. These devices played an essential role in mobilizing firefighters swiftly and efficiently. Artists like Nathaniel Currier and Julian Ashton captured the intensity and heroism associated with firefighting through their works such as "The Night Alarm" (1854) and "A Night Alarm" (1886). These pieces immortalize brave firefighters battling flames amidst chaos. Amidst this exploration of fire alarms' historical significance, let's not forget our furry friends – squirrels. In Sweden, red squirrels (Sciurus vulgaris) scurry about their daily lives while remaining oblivious to these life-saving devices surrounding them. Whether it be technological advancements or human determination, one thing remains constant – our collective commitment to protecting lives and property from devastating fires. So next time you hear that familiar sound piercing through your surroundings, take a moment to appreciate how far we've come in ensuring safety for all.