Auxiliary Collection (page 15)

Womens AFS (WAFS) at Brigade HQ, WW2
Womens Auxiliary Fire Service (WAFS) members receiving hose instruction from London Fire Brigade staff in the Headquarters drill yard at Lambeth, SE1

Auxiliary firefighters at drill, Lambeth HQ, WW2
Auxiliary crews from station 75W (Shelborne Road School sub station in Holloway) getting to work with a trailer pump and jets in the drill yard of Brigade Headquarters

London Region NFS / AFS fire floats and tenders, WW2
London firefighters and Auxiliary firefighters crewing fire floats and fire tenders, fitted with trailer fire pumps for wartime use, checking equipment and manoeuvring the craft on the River Thames

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

London Fire Brigade station with horse-drawn fire engines
An unidentified London fire station with escape cart and pump on the forecourt, together with crews

London Fire Brigade canteen van used as publicity vehicle
Seen here at Brigade headquarters, Lambeth, the canteen van has been converted into a publicity vehicle during a recruitment drive for much needed auxiliary firefighters

London Region NFS / AFS breakdown lorry with crew, WW2
AFS wartime crew on an NFS breakdown lorry. The NFS came into force in August 1941 and the London Fire Brigade was enlarged into the London Region which covered the Greater London area

United States Auxiliary Screw steam frigate Merrimac 60 guns. Off the entrance to New York harbour. Print showing a broadside view of the port side of the steam frigate U.S.S

Advert for recruiting women for the WaF 1942
Serve in the WaF. The Womens Auxiliary Air Force. As an administrative airwoman. Good organizers are needed in a fast growing service

Poster advertising War Savings, encourage people to invest in war bonds to support the ATS (the womens branch of the army, the Auxiliary Territorial Service). 1940s

Silhouette of an ATS officer
Silhouette of an ATS (Auxiliary Territorial Service) officer

Silhouette of an ATS woman
Silhouette of a young ATS (Auxiliary Territorial Service) woman, head and shoulders, in profile, with hair and uniform details sketched in

Silhouette of American WaC
Silhouette of an American WaC (Womens Auxiliary Army Corps) member

Silhouette of a WaF Corporal
Full-length silhouette of a woman standing with her hands held behind her back. December 1933

Silhouette of a woman in uniform
Full-length silhouette of a woman in uniform, possibly an American WaC (Womens Auxiliary Army Corps)

American soldiers relaxing with WaCs, WW1
American soldiers relaxing with members of the Womens Army Auxiliary Corps (WaC) during the First World War. Date: June 1918

Members of the W. A. A. F. cooking
Members of the W.A.A.F. cooking Date: circa 1941

Auxiliary Hospital, Uppingham
The Uppingham Union workhouse in its First World War role as an auxiliary hospital run by the Red Cross for the treatment of military personnel, some of whom are visible behind the hedge

Poster seeking women for the ATS and WaF
Poster seeking women to join the ATS (Auxiliary Territorial Service) and WaF (Womens Auxiliary Air Force) -- full information at the nearest recruiting centre or your employment exchange

Sultan of Morocco at Casablanca
Sultan Abd-el-Aziz (IV) of Morocco rides through Casablanca with his Mokhaznis (Moroccan Auxiliary Forces). Date: circa 1907

Crew of the auxiliary Cruiser Mowe ( Seagull )
Muslim Auxiliary crew of the auxiliary cruiser of the Imperial German Navy SMS Mowe ( Seagull ), under the command of Lt. Commander Nikolaus Burggraf, Graf ( Count ) zu Dohna-Schlodien

Car cross section 3 / W H Robinson
Sectional view of a car, showing the Efficacy of the auxiliary flat iron brakes. Please note: Credit must appear as (c) Courtesy of the estate of Mrs J.C.Robinson/Pollinger Ltd/Mary Evans Picture

WaF WWII
WaFs washing down an RAF lorry during World War II

Uppingham Auxiliary Hospital, Rutland
The Uppingham Auxiliary Hospital operated during World War One in the premises of the Uppingham Union workhouse, Leicester Road, Uppingham, Rutland

The Summer Girl
Women clerks and typists pictured during World War One. In the background are two army officers suggesting that this pool of secretaries may be part of the Womens Army Auxiliary Corps formed in

The Normandie, the largest liner in the world
The burning of the luxury liner, the Normandie in 1942. The Normandie was the largest liner in the world. As World War II commenced the liner was taken out of service

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"Unsung Heroes: The Auxiliary Forces in Action" Firefighters on a tea break after battling the flames at St Katherines Dock - even heroes need a moment of respite. "Join the Fight. Recruitment poster for the Women's Army Corps (WaC) and Women's Royal Naval Service (WRNS) - empowering women to serve their country during wartime. " AFS women training in Highgate, London during World War II - breaking barriers and proving that bravery knows no gender. Holding up the R101 airship with unwavering strength and determination - auxiliary forces lending a helping hand in times of crisis. Building resilience from scratch: WW2 Auxiliary Military Pioneer Corps erecting Nissen Huts, providing shelter amidst chaos. United against adversity: Regulars and Auxiliaries standing side by side during the Blitz in London, demonstrating unwavering camaraderie. LCC-LFB Woolwich fire station serving as a beacon of hope amidst destruction in SE London - where courage meets compassion. AFS despatch rider and messenger navigating through war-torn streets during WW2, delivering crucial messages with speed and precision. Fearless firefighters from AFS combating fires during the Blitz in London, risking their lives to protect others' homes and livelihoods. Sub-station bustling with activity as taxis transport dedicated crews ready to face any emergency head-on during WW2. Wartime emergency appliance accompanied by a trailer pump from LFB, ensuring swift response even under challenging circumstances of WW2. The Westland Wapiti 1 aeroplane soaring through the skies as part aviation efforts – taking flight towards victory.