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Metropolitan Police officers, Wapping High Street, London

Two Metropolitan Police officers wheeling a Bischoffsheim hand ambulance along Wapping High Street, East London, much to the interest of children, as there is a man lying inside, either injured or inebriated. This type of hand ambulance was withdrawn from use in 1938. Date: early 20th century

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Ambulance Drunk Inebriated Injured L Aw Lying Metropolitan Police Men Wapping Wheel Wheeling Officers


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In this evocative early 20th century photograph, two Metropolitan Police officers are seen making their way along Wapping High Street in East London, pushing a Bischoffsheim hand ambulance. The officers appear focused on their task, their expressions serious as they navigate the crowded street. Inside the ambulance lies a man, either injured or inebriated, who is the apparent reason for the officers' presence. The children gathered around the scene, their curiosity piqued by the unfolding scene, add an element of intrigue to the image. The Bischoffsheim hand ambulance, a type that was withdrawn from use in 1938, is an antique relic of a bygone era. Its wooden frame and large wheels give it a rustic, almost quaint appearance, a stark contrast to the modern emergency vehicles of today. The officers' uniforms, complete with peaked caps and belts adorned with various tools and equipment, speak to their professionalism and dedication to their duties. The hand ambulance, a testament to the ingenuity and resourcefulness of the time, was an essential tool for providing medical aid on the streets of London before the advent of more advanced transportation methods. Despite the seriousness of the situation, there is a sense of community and camaraderie in the photograph. The officers' unwavering commitment to their duties, the children's fascination with the scene, and the man inside the ambulance all come together to create a snapshot of life in early 20th century London that is both poignant and captivating.

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