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Engraving of firefighters in action at a burning building
Engraving of firefighters in action at a fire, operating hosepipes and attempting to rescue a woman from the upper window of a burning building. Date: 1836
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1830s 1836 Action Appliance Baskets Burning Escape Escaping Flames Georgian Hose Hosepipe Hosepipes Hoses Ladder Ladders Operating Rescue Firefighter Firefighters Firefighting Fireman Firemen
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This engraving captures the bravery and determination of the firefighters of the London Fire Brigade during a daring rescue operation in the heart of the city, dated 1836. The image portrays a group of firefighters in action, operating hosepipes and attempting to rescue a woman from an upper window of a burning building. The flames consume the multi-story Georgian and Victorian structures in the background, their facades etched with the marks of the fire's destructive power. The firefighters, dressed in their heavy coats and helmets, work diligently, using ladders and baskets to reach the woman in distress. One firefighter directs a powerful jet of water towards the burning building, while another prepares a basket for the rescue. The intensity of the scene is palpable, with the fire's orange and red hues illuminating the night sky. This engraving offers a glimpse into the history of firefighting in the 1830s, a time when fire brigades were just beginning to establish themselves as essential public services. The image serves as a testament to the courage and selflessness of the firefighters, who risked their lives to save others from the devastating effects of fire.
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