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Canvas Print : MAB Early Motor Ambulance, London
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MAB Early Motor Ambulance, London
A driver at the wheel of one of the first motor ambulances to be operated by Londons Metropolitan Asylums Board in around 1905. By 1930, the MAB was the largest user of civil ambulance services in the world with a fleet of 150 vehicles
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20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
"Bring history into your home with our stunning MAB Early Motor Ambulance Canvas Print. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases a driver at the wheel of one of the first motor ambulances to be operated by London's Metropolitan Asylums Board around 1905. Our high-quality canvas prints are meticulously crafted to bring out the rich details and vibrant colors of this historical photograph. Each print is individually inspected and coated with a protective varnish to ensure long-lasting beauty and durability. Elevate your interior décor and transport yourself back in time with this unique and intriguing piece of history."
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the scene of an early Motor Ambulance operated by London's Metropolitan Asylums Board (MAB) around 1905. The driver, dressed in a smart uniform, sits attentively at the wheel of this pioneering vehicle, marking a significant shift in the provision of medical transportation for the city's most vulnerable residents. At a time when poverty and substandard living conditions were rampant, the MAB played a crucial role in the care and treatment of London's sick and injured. By the early 1930s, the MAB had become the largest user of civil ambulance services in the world, with a fleet of 150 vehicles. These motorized workhorses replaced the horse-drawn ambulances and carriages that had previously been used to transport patients, offering faster and more reliable transportation to hospitals and medical facilities. The MAB's fleet of motor ambulances represented a major advancement in medical care during the Edwardian era. This historical photograph offers a glimpse into the past, showcasing the dedication and innovation of those who worked tirelessly to improve the lives of London's less fortunate citizens. The MAB's commitment to providing essential medical services during a time of great need remains a testament to the power of compassionate care and the importance of progress in healthcare transportation.
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