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LCC-LFB Motorised Hatfield type fire engine
The London Fire Brigade was introducing motorised fire engines and the last horse drawn appliance (a turntable ladder) would be withdrawn in 1921. The adoption of motorised fire engines would lead to the closure of many fire stations by the 1920s which had used horse drawn engines
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This evocative photograph captures the historic moment when the London Fire Brigade bid farewell to its last horse-drawn fire appliance, a turntable ladder, in the early 1920s. The introduction of motorised fire engines marked a new era in firefighting, bringing speed and efficiency to the service. The horse and cart, a symbol of the Edwardian era, had become outdated, and the London Fire Brigade began to close many stations that had relied on horse-drawn appliances. In this image, a Motorised Hatfield Type fire engine, with its sleek lines and powerful motor, stands proudly in front of the horse-drawn appliance. Firemen, dressed in their traditional uniforms, are seen inspecting the new engine, their faces a mix of curiosity and apprehension as they prepare to embrace the future. The wheels of the motorised appliance are turned, ready for action, while the ladder of the horse-drawn appliance remains still, a relic of a bygone era. The adoption of motorised fire engines brought about significant changes to the London Fire Brigade. Fire stations were closed, and the role of horses in firefighting came to an end. The new engines allowed firefighters to respond more quickly to emergencies, and their greater carrying capacity meant they could transport more equipment to the scene. The transition from horse-drawn to motorised appliances was a turning point in the history of the London Fire Brigade, and this photograph provides a fascinating glimpse into that period of change.
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