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Bailey escape ladder fitted with Miles mounting
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Bailey escape ladder fitted with Miles mounting
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In this evocative photograph, a Bailey escape ladder, fitted with the Miles mounting system, stands ready for action against the backdrop of a London fire station. The ladder, a vital piece of firefighting equipment, is mounted on a wheeled appliance, allowing for quick and efficient deployment in emergencies. The Bailey escape ladder, named after its inventor, Sir William Bailey, was first introduced in 1865 and quickly became a staple of fire services around the world. Its simple yet effective design, featuring interlocking rungs that could be easily extended and retracted, made it an essential tool for firefighters tackling blazes in tall buildings and other hard-to-reach places. The Miles mounting system, named after its inventor, Henry Miles, was introduced in the late 19th century as an improvement on earlier ladder mounting systems. It allowed the ladder to be easily raised and lowered by a single person, making it even more versatile and efficient in emergency situations. The London Fire Brigade, founded in 1865, was one of the first fire services to adopt both the Bailey ladder and the Miles mounting system. In this photograph, the ladder is seen mounted on a wheeled appliance, allowing it to be quickly and easily transported to the scene of a fire. The image captures the essence of the London Fire Brigade's proud history and its commitment to protecting the city and its people from the devastating effects of fire. This photograph, with its rich historical significance, is a testament to the ingenuity and innovation of the firefighting industry and the vital role that equipment like the Bailey escape ladder and the Miles mounting system continue to play in keeping communities safe.
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