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The New Fire-Float "Alpha"(b / w photo)
1600212 The New Fire-Float " Alpha" (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The New Fire-Float " Alpha". Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 29 September 1900.
English Photographer (20th Century)); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22549006
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Alpha Emergency Services Fire Service London County Council Nozzle
14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 35.6cm (16" x 14")
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph captures the grandeur of "The New Fire-Float Alpha" a remarkable invention that revolutionized emergency services in London during the early 20th century. The image, taken by an English photographer whose identity remains unknown, showcases this magnificent fire-fighting vessel in all its glory. The fire-float stands proudly on the River Thames, with its powerful nozzle ready to combat any blaze that threatens the city. Its imposing presence is a testament to human ingenuity and determination to protect lives and property from devastating fires. Commissioned by the London County Council, this state-of-the-art fire float was specifically designed to navigate through waterways swiftly and efficiently. This photograph serves as a historical document of an important milestone in firefighting technology. As we gaze at this image, we are transported back to September 29th, 1900 when it was first published in The Illustrated London News. It reminds us of the dedication and bravery of those who served on board such vessels, risking their lives for public safety. Today, this extraordinary photograph resides within a private collection but continues to captivate viewers with its timeless appeal. Through photography's lens, we can appreciate not only the technical prowess behind "The New Fire-Float Alpha" but also marvel at how far our emergency services have come since then.
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