Lambeth Collection (page 35)

NFS (London Region) fire brigade display at Lambeth, WW2
During 1942 and 1943, 23 air raids occurred over the London Region, but they were light in character. The firefighters of the NFS needed to be kept in a state of constant readiness

AFS crew with turntable ladder, WW2
Taken at the London Fire Brigade Headquarters, Lambeth, SE1, a squad of AFS firefighters pose for their photo with a turntable ladder appliance

AFS squad photograph on a turntable ladder
At the London Fire Brigade Headquarters, Lambeth SE1, members of the AFS (Auxiliary Fire Service) crew gather for a group photograph alongside a fire engine

Two AFS firefighters with turntable ladder, WW2
Taken at the London Fire Brigade Headquarters, Lambeth, SE1, two AFS firefighters pose for their photo with a turntable ladder appliance

NFS (London Region No 5) pump escape and crew, WW2
The pump escape from the Regional Headquarters fire station Lambeth in the headquarters drill yard. The escape has been removed and the rear mounted pump is being operated

NFS (London Region) mobile kitchen vehicle, WW2
Donated to the London Region of the NFS by the Canadian Red Cross, this mobile kitchen unit is displayed at the Regional (Brigade) Headquarters, Lambeth, SE1

NFS (London Region) pump repairs, Lambeth workshops
A damaged LCC London Fire Brigade fire engine, after repair, at the Headquarters station, Lambeth. The appliance is without its ladders and equipment and painted in a wartime battleship grey colour

Firefighters (NFS London Region) in breathing apparatus
Firefighters wearing Proto Mark IV oxygen breathing apparatus sets, seen here at the Regional Headquarters station, Lambeth, SE1

NFS (London Region) Trailer pumps on bridge buttress, WW2
Firefighters from the NFS River Service (Station R1, Lambeth) placing a trailer pump on an elevated buttress on Vauxhall Bridge to supplement emergency water supplies to fire crews on land

NFS London Region control room, HQ, WW2
Firemen and firewomen of the NFS (London Region) at the telephone switchboard of the control room at Lambeth HQ

Turntable ladder display, London Fire Brigade HQ Lambeth
London regular firefighters operating extended turntable ladders in Lambeth Headquarters drill yard for a demonstration of firefighting skills

Visit to LFB by Mr Attlee, Lord Privy Seal, WW2
Mr Clement Attlee (Lord Privy Seal in Winston Churchills wartime coalition government, later Deputy Prime Minister 1942-1945 and Prime Minister 1945-1951)

London firefighters training at Brigade HQ, Lambeth SE1
LCC-LFB firefighters (recruits) under instruction on the wheeled escape ladder and hook ladder. The wheeled escape ladder is wound out of its carriage

London firefighters drilling at Brigade HQ, Lambeth SE1
LCC-LFB firefighters (recruits) under instruction and drill in the drill yard of Brigade Headquarters at Lambeth (also a fire station)

Firefighters controlling jet of water, Brigade HQ, Lambeth
Two London firefighters controlling a jet of water in the extended Brigade HQ drill yard at Lambeth, SE1

Womens AFS (WAFS) at Brigade HQ, WW2
Womens Auxiliary Fire Service (WAFS) members receiving hose instruction from London Fire Brigade staff in the Headquarters drill yard at Lambeth, SE1

Auxiliary firefighters at drill, Lambeth HQ, WW2
Auxiliary crews from station 75W (Shelborne Road School sub station in Holloway) getting to work with a trailer pump and jets in the drill yard of Brigade Headquarters

Firefighters tackle oil tray fire, Lambeth HQ
An item from the drill display where firefighters extinguish a blazing oil tray fire using foam from two gallon (10 litre) fire extinguishers

Fire brigade display preparations at Lambeth HQ
A mock-up of a domestic room setting being erected to show the dangers of fire at the regular drill displays conducted in the London Fire Brigade headquarters drill yard

Rescue, lowering line from drill tower, Lambeth HQ
Saturday drill display at Brigade HQ Lambeth. London firefighters performing a rescue by lowering a line from the third floor window, during the fire brigade display

Live carry-down from drill tower at Lambeth Brigade HQ
Saturday drill displays at Brigade HQ Lambeth. London firefighters performing a rescue by carrying down an extension ladder from the second floor window during the display

LFB trailer pump competition at Brigade HQ, Lambeth, WW2
Two trailer pump crews engaged in a competition in the headquarters drill yard. The trailer pump had to be set into the water in the emergency inflatable dams

London Region NFS / AFS fire floats and tenders, WW2
London firefighters and Auxiliary firefighters crewing fire floats and fire tenders, fitted with trailer fire pumps for wartime use, checking equipment and manoeuvring the craft on the River Thames

Stocks of fire brigade hose fittings, LFB HQ workshops
An assortment of pump collector heads, hose adapters and suction hoses on the floor of the London Fire Brigade workshops at Lambeth

LCC-LFB taxi converted for fire brigade use, WW2
Aerial view of a taxi converted for World War II fire brigade use by Auxiliary firefighters in London, showing the two ladders it carried on its roof

LCC-LFB emergency tender at Lambeth fire station
Crew of an emergency tender demonstrating the range of equipment it carries including breathing apparatus, hot cutting equipment and a smoke extraction unit

LFB adapted London taxi pulling a trailer pump, WW2
An adapted London taxi cab at LFB HQ, Lambeth, utilised as an AFS fire appliance with trailer pump, widely used in London during the blitz

London Fire Brigade canteen van used as publicity vehicle
Seen here at Brigade headquarters, Lambeth, the canteen van has been converted into a publicity vehicle during a recruitment drive for much needed auxiliary firefighters

LFB fireboat Gamma II near Brigade HQ - Lambeth
Gamma II was stationed at the Lambeth river fire station (R1) opposite the London Fire Brigade headquarters building on the Albert Embankment, SE1

London Fire Brigade band at Brigade HQ - Lambeth
Group photograph of the LCC-London Fire Brigade band with the Deputy Chief Officer, Major Frank Whitford Jackson, sitting in the centre of the front row

London Fire Brigade HQ and Lambeth river fire station
The iconic LFB Headquarters building and the original river station on its floating pontoon. The fireboat tender can be seen on the right as it moves up river towards Vauxhall Bridge

LCC-LFB Lee Green hose laying lorry at Lambeth HQ
Lee Green fire stations hose laying lorry at Lambeth HQ. The side roller shutter doors are open, showing the stored hoses which can be easily layered out from the rear access door while the lorry is

LCC-LFB staff car at Brigade HQ - Lambeth
Principal officer in rear of staff car at Lambeth HQ. In addition to the fireman driver the second fireman would act as a walkie-talkie operator for the senior/principal officer at the scene of a

FIRE ENGINE, 1862. An elaborately decorated fire engine presented by the inhabitants of the Borough of Lambeth, London. Wood engraving, English, 1862

LAMBETH PALACE, 1640. A mob of apprentices attacks Lambeth Palace, residence of Archbishop of Canterbury William Laud at London, England, 1640. Line engraving, English, 1642

THAMES EMBANKMENT, 1866. The southern embankment of the Thames River in London, England, under construction at Lambeth, across the river from the Houses of Parliament. Wood engraving, English, 1866

ENGLAND: ELECTION, 1865. The election in Lambeth, London, England. The nomination at Kennington Park. Wood engraving from an English newspaper of 1865

BOTANY: VAUXHALL GARDENS. The Show of Camellias at the Vauxhall Nursery. The greenhouse of a plant nursery at Vauxhall Gardens, Lambeth, England. Wood engraving, English, 1860

DORÉ: LONDON, 1872. The Lambeth Gas-Works. Wood engraving after Gustave Dor

Lambeth Palace, London, England. Date between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900

James Greenwood
A portrait of James Greenwood who rose to prominence in 1866 after his colourful account of an incognito stay in the Lambeth workhouse tramps ward was published in the Pall Mall Gazette

Sewing and repairing Metropolitan Police uniform
A long line of tailors sewing and repairing Metropolitan Police uniforms at a police clothing store in Lambeth Road, south east London

Metropolitan Police officer fitted with his uniform
A newly recruited Metropolitan Police officer who has just been fitted with his uniform and helmet at a police clothing store in Lambeth Road, south east London

Newly recruited Metropolitan Police officers in uniform
A line of newly recruited Metropolitan Police officers are fitted with their uniforms and helmets at a police clothing store in Lambeth Road, south east London

Vehicles damaged by wartime bombing, Lambeth, London
A graveyard in Lambeth, south east London, containing vehicles damaged by wartime bombing. There are a few cars, as well as a prison van (right) and the chassis of a 20-seater coach (centre)

Wartime bomb damage, Lambeth, south east London
A bomb site in Lambeth, south east London, with a Humber Saloon car used for top-priority Cabinet business partially hidden by debris at the centre

Metropolitan Police officers fitted with uniforms
Some newly recruited Metropolitan Police officers being fitted with their uniforms and helmets at a police clothing store in Lambeth Road, south east London

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"Lambeth: A Vibrant Tapestry of History, Culture, and Community" Step back in time to 1937 with the infectious tune of "Me and My Girl" echoing through the streets as locals learn how to dance the Lambeth Walk. The spirit of joy and unity fills the air, bringing people together. In moments of crisis, brave firefighters stand tall, their hoses spraying water with unwavering determination. The annual review at Lambeth HQ LFB150 showcases their courage and dedication that keeps our community safe. The Bedford Heavy Unit in the NFS (London Region) reminds us of a bygone era when these mighty vehicles roamed our streets, ready to tackle any emergency. Their presence symbolizes resilience and preparedness. The iconic sheet music cover for "Me and My Girl - Lambeth Walk" transports us back to a time when this catchy melody captured hearts across the nation. It serves as a reminder of Lambeth's contribution to musical history. Percy in Karel Reiszs' film "We Are The Lambeth Boys" embodies the spirit of youth rebellion against societal norms. His story resonates with generations who have dared to challenge conventions and pave their own path. "Passport to Pimlico, " set in 1949 London, takes us on an enchanting journey where boundaries blur between neighborhoods like Pimlico and Lambeth. It celebrates diversity while highlighting shared values that unite communities. Firefighters proudly march on parade before their appliances; a sight that instills confidence within every resident knowing they are protected by these selfless heroes. Their commitment is an inspiration for all. At LCC-LFB Recruit fireman training at Brigade HQ SE1, future firefighters undergo rigorous preparation for duty. This symbolizes not only physical strength but also mental fortitude required for this noble profession. Queen Elizabeth Hall witnessed legendary jazz drummer Jack DeJohnette's mesmerizing performance in 1989.