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Blitz in London - Shell Mex, Fulham, WW2

Blitz in London - Shell Mex, Fulham, WW2


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Blitz in London - Shell Mex, Fulham, WW2

London firemen at work at Shell Mex, Townmead Road, Fulham, following a bombing raid, 23 February 1944. In the foreground are salvaged drums of lubricant which have been extinguished. Date: 1944

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1944 Attack Blitz Bomb Bombed Bombing Burning Drums Extinguished Fires Foam Fulham Lubricant Raid Salvaged Salvaging Shell Firefighter Firefighters Firefighting Fireman Firemen Townmead


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Amid the ruins of a bombing raid during the Second World War, London firemen work tirelessly to extinguish fires and salvage what they can at the Shell Mex site on Townmead Road in Fulham. The date is February 1944, and the Blitz continues to wreak havoc on the city. In the foreground, firemen stand beside drums of lubricant that have been salvaged and extinguished. The firemen, dressed in their protective gear and carrying hoses and other equipment, are focused on their task, their faces set with determination. Behind them, the night sky is lit up by the flames of the burning buildings, and the sound of sirens and explosions can be heard in the distance. The firemen work quickly, knowing that every second counts in a firefighting situation. Despite the danger and the destruction all around them, they remain dedicated to their duty, determined to save what they can and keep the people of London safe. This powerful image captures the bravery and resilience of the London Fire Brigade during the wartime years, and serves as a reminder of the sacrifices made by these brave men and women during the Blitz.

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