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AFS volunteers undergoing hose drill, WW2
The Auxiliary Fire Service (AFS) was created in 1938 to supplement the regular London Fire Brigade. Some 21, 000 volunteer firefighters would be recruited, all of whom had to undergo 60 hours of basic training. Here AFS firemen are undergoing hose drill, running out the hose and connecting it with a special spanner which he carried on his belt along with his axe. Firefighters were expected to complete this task both in daylight and in the dark
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Media ID 7641611
© London Fire Brigade / Mary Evans Picture Library
Auxiliary Basic Coil Coiled Connecting Drill Hose Hoses Practice Practising Recruit Recruited Recruits Running Spanner Special Supplement Volunteer Volunteers Firefighter Firefighters Fireman Firemen
21.5"x17.5" (55x44cm) Premium Frame
Introducing the Media Storehouse Framed Print of "AFS Volunteers Undergoing Hose Drill, WW2" by London Fire Brigade / Mary Evans Mary Evans Picture Library, now available at Media Storehouse. This powerful image captures a moment in history as members of the Auxiliary Fire Service (AFS) undergo hose drill during World War 2. With the regular fire brigade stretched thin, the creation of the AFS in 1938 was a crucial step in ensuring the protection of London. Recruiting an impressive 21,000 volunteers, these brave men and women played a vital role in safeguarding their community during a time of great need. Bring this piece of history into your home or office with our high-quality framed print. Each print is carefully framed with attention to detail, ensuring a beautiful and lasting presentation. Order yours today and relive the bravery and determination of the AFS volunteers.
Framed and mounted 17x12 print. Professionally handmade full timber moulded frames are finished off with framers tape and come with a hanging solution on the back. Outer dimensions are 21.5x17.5 inches (546x444mm). Quality timber frame frame moulding (20mm wide and 30mm deep) with frame colours in your choice of black, white, or raw oak and a choice of black or white card mounts. Frames have a perspex front providing a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish which is easily cleaned with a damp cloth.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 41.8cm x 41.8cm (16.5" x 16.5")
Estimated Product Size is 54.6cm x 44.4cm (21.5" x 17.5")
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
This evocative photograph captures a group of Auxiliary Fire Service (AFS) volunteers in the midst of their intensive training regimen during World War II. The AFS was established in 1938 as a supplement to the London Fire Brigade, with an impressive 21,000 volunteers recruited to aid in firefighting efforts. In this image, the firemen are seen practicing their hose drill, a crucial skill that required them to efficiently run out the hose and connect it using a special spanner carried on their belts, alongside their axe. The drill was not only practiced during daylight hours but also in the dark, reflecting the unpredictable nature of fires and the importance of readiness. The volunteers of the AFS played a vital role during the wartime period, with their dedication and hard work supplementing the efforts of the regular fire brigade. This photograph, taken in the late 1930s or early 1940s, is a testament to their unwavering commitment and the importance of preparation in the face of adversity.
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