Redcross Collection

Bits of Old London (engraving)
5213524 Bits of Old London (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bits of Old London. Illustration for The Builder, 16 April 1859.); © Look and Learn

LCC-MFB Red Cross Street fire station, City of London
Red Cross Street fire station, City of London, built by the London County Council (LCC) and opened in 1900. It was one of four fire stations (plus a river station at Blackfriars)

A knight Templar on horseback, 14th century.. Handcolored illustration drawn and lithographed by Paul Mercuri with text by Camille Bonnard from Historical Costumes from the 12th to 15th Centuries

Knight Templar in combat uniform, 13th century.. Handcolored copperplate drawn and engraved by Leopold Massard from French Costumes from King Clovis to Our Days, Massard, Mifliez, Paris, 1834

LCC-MFB Redcross Street fire station stables
A fireman (coachman) poses with his fire engine horse in the fire station stables at Redcross Street fire station, City of London

Lord Mayor of London visiting NFS City fire station, WW2
The Lord Mayor of London, Sir Samuel Joseph, visiting London firefighters at the Redcross Street fire station (Fire Force 35-station C 1Z, 35-38 Redcross Street.)

LCC-MFB Redcross Street fire station stables
A fireman (coachman) poses with his fire engine horse in the fire station stables at Redcross Street fire station, City of London

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Amidst the bustling heart of Old London, where Bits of History intertwine, stands the venerable Redcross Street fire station. Established in the City of London, this hallowed ground has witnessed centuries of courage and resilience. The knightly orders of the past, like the valiant Knight Templars, once roamed these very streets, their armor clanking against the cobblestones. Yet, the spirit of their selfless service lives on, as the Red Cross Street fire station continues its unwavering duty to protect. Through the ages, the station has stood firm, its red beacon a beacon of hope amidst the chaos. In the 13th century, the LCC-MFB and NFS firefighters donned their combat uniforms, ready to face the inferno. In the 14th century, the station's stables housed the horses of the brave knights, their steeds as vital to the fight against fire as the men themselves. As the sirens wailed through the war-torn streets of WW2, the Lord Mayor of London paid a visit to the Red Cross Street fire station. The station's unwavering commitment to the people of London never faltered, even amidst the devastation. Today, the LCC-MFB Redcross Street fire station continues its proud legacy, its red cross emblem a symbol of hope, courage, and the indomitable spirit of those who have come before. The station's stables now house modern fire engines, but the firefighters' dedication to their community remains as steadfast as ever. The Redcross Street fire station, a testament to the enduring spirit of London, stands as a reminder that no matter the century, the city's brave men and women in uniform will always be there to answer the call.