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LFB adapted London taxi pulling a trailer pump, WW2
An adapted London taxi cab at LFB HQ, Lambeth, utilised as an AFS fire appliance with trailer pump, widely used in London during the blitz. The picture shows the crew in the rear of the cab and hose stored where the luggage would normally be
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This evocative photograph captures the innovative spirit of the London Fire Brigade (LFB) during the intense period of the Second World War. The image shows an adapted London taxi cab stationed at LFB Headquarters in Lambeth, serving as a Fire Appliance (AFS) with a trailer pump. With the Blitz in full swing, the need for agile and versatile firefighting vehicles was paramount. The London taxi, a symbol of the city's iconic transport system, was transformed into a fire appliance by removing the seats and installing a trailer pump. The crew, dressed in their protective gear, can be seen in the rear of the cab, ready to tackle the next emergency. Hoses are stored where the luggage would normally be, making this taxi a formidable firefighting machine. This photograph, taken in the late 1930s or early 1940s, is a testament to the resourcefulness and determination of the London Fire Brigade during wartime. The use of adapted taxis as fire appliances allowed the brigade to navigate the narrow streets of London more effectively and reach fires quickly, saving countless lives and properties. The London Fire Brigade's fleet of adapted taxis played a crucial role in the city's firefighting efforts during the darkest days of the war. This photograph is a powerful reminder of the bravery and ingenuity of the firefighters who served during this period, and the vital role they played in protecting London from the devastation of the Blitz.
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