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LCC-LFB taxi converted for fire brigade use, WW2
Aerial view of a taxi converted for World War II fire brigade use by Auxiliary firefighters in London, showing the two ladders it carried on its roof. Seen here in the LFB headquarters drill yard, Lambeth SE1
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Media ID 7637279
© London Fire Brigade / Mary Evans Picture Library
Auxiliary Berkshire Converted Drill Headquarters Ladder Ladders Lambeth Roof Taxi Vehicles Yard Firefighter Firefighters Firefighting
10"x8" Photo Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse collection of historic photographic prints, featuring this captivating image of a WW2 fire brigade taxi from the London Fire Brigade, as seen in the Mary Evans Picture Library. This vintage photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a unique glimpse into the past as Auxiliary firefighters prepare for duty with their converted taxi, equipped with two ladders on its roof. Add a touch of history and character to your home or office with this intriguing and authentically British print. Order now and relive the heroic tales of London's firefighting history.
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Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative aerial photograph, a taxi converted for firefighting use by the Auxiliary Fire Brigades during World War II is seen in the London Fire Brigade (LFB) headquarters drill yard in Lambeth, SE1. The year is 1939, and the image captures the unique adaptation of a common vehicle for wartime emergency services. The taxi, manufactured by LCC (London County Council) Car Carryall or Berkshire Carryall, has been transformed into a firefighting vehicle, carrying two extendable ladders on its roof. Auxiliary firefighters, an essential part of the British Home Front during World War II, relied on such vehicles to respond to fires in the absence of regular fire brigade personnel who were called up for military duty. The taxi's conversion was a testament to the ingenuity and resourcefulness of the British people during wartime. The addition of the ladders increased the vehicle's versatility and effectiveness in reaching high-rise buildings or other structures where access was limited. The photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, showcasing the innovative use of everyday vehicles for emergency services during a time of crisis. The image also underscores the critical role of auxiliary firefighters in maintaining public safety during World War II. This photograph, taken in the LFB headquarters drill yard, is an essential addition to any collection focusing on the history of firefighting, emergency services, and wartime adaptations. It is a poignant reminder of the resilience and determination of the British people during the 1930s and 1940s.
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