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LCC-LFB battery-electric pump-escape at Southwark
An early electric wheeled escape ladder vehicle, Cedes battery-driven pump/50ft escape, based at Bow fire station, seen here in the drill yard at Southwark Headquarters. Batteries stowed under the bonnet added 2.5 tons to the total vehicle weight. Although battery power did not last long in the London Fire Brigade, the emerging shape of the early 20th century fire engine is clearly visible
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11"x8.5" Photo Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse range of Photographic Prints featuring the captivating image "LCC-LFB battery-electric pump-escape at Southwark" by London Fire Brigade / Mary Evans Mary Evans Picture Library. This vintage photograph showcases an early electric wheeled escape ladder vehicle, Cedes battery-driven pump/50ft escape, based at Bow fire station. Witness a piece of firefighting history as this innovative vehicle is put through its paces in the drill yard at Southwark Headquarters. Order your high-quality print today and bring this intriguing moment in time into your home or office.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 27.9cm x 18cm (11" x 7.1")
Estimated Product Size is 27.9cm x 21.6cm (11" x 8.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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In this historic photograph, we see an early battery-electric pump-escape vehicle of the London Fire Brigade, manufactured by Cedes, parked in the drill yard at Southwark Headquarters. This appliance, based at Bow fire station, is a significant milestone in the evolution of firefighting technology. The vehicle is equipped with a 50ft escape ladder, which could be raised and lowered electrically, providing a safer and more efficient means of evacuating people from burning buildings. The batteries, stowed under the bonnet, added approximately 2.5 tons to the total weight of the vehicle. Although the battery power did not last long, the emerging shape of the early 20th century fire engine is clearly visible. The vehicle's electric motor and wheeled design were innovative features that laid the foundation for modern fire engines. This photograph, taken in 1906, captures the Edwardian era of transport and firefighting. The London County Council (LCC) Fire Brigade, the precursor to the London Fire Brigade, was at the forefront of experimenting with new technologies to improve their response capabilities. The Cedes battery-driven pump/escape appliance is a testament to their forward-thinking approach. The image provides a fascinating glimpse into the past, showcasing the transformation of firefighting vehicles from horse-drawn carriages to electric-powered appliances. Despite the limitations of battery technology at the time, the London Fire Brigade continued to push the boundaries of innovation, paving the way for more advanced fire engines in the future.
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