Fordson Collection

Fordson tractor, with Land girls 1940 s. Creator: Unknown
Fordson tractor, with Land girls 1940 s

LFB wartime emergency appliance and trailer pump, WW2
A Fordson Unit and trailer pump at the London Fire Brigade headquarters, Lambeth. These were just some of the 2000 adapted vehicles utilised as AFS fire appliances

Harvesting with Tractor
Havesting barley on a farm in Suffolk, England, using a Fordson tractor

Some local Land Army girls learning to drive a Fordson tractor at the start of the last war, in 1939. As you can see, there was not much concern for health and safety in those days

Fordson tractor, with Land girl 1940 s. Creator: Unknown
Fordson tractor, with Land girl 1940 s

Exterior of the Royston Working Mens Club Barnsley, South Yorkshire, 1962. Artist
Exterior of the Royston Working Mens Club Barnsley, South Yorkshire, 1962. This is typical of the style of working mens clubs which were constructed during the 1950s and 1960s

Sugar beet demonstration at Kingsham Farm, September 1933
Photograph by George Garland Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref No: Garland N7957

Ploughing With a Fordson Motor Tractor - a man is ploughing with a tractor in a field, looked on by two other men, one of whom is in army uniform. (Location: Ireland). Date: circa early 1900s

Merryweather escape carrying unit (front view) with Fordson chassis

Merryweather escape carrying unit (front view) with Fordson chassis

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During the tumultuous times of World War II, the Fordson tractor played a crucial role in various aspects of life. Serving as an LFB wartime emergency appliance and trailer pump, it proved its worth on the frontlines. In the agricultural sector, this reliable machine facilitated efficient harvesting with its powerful capabilities. Captured in timeless photographs from the 1940s, Land girls proudly posed alongside their trusty Fordson tractors. These resilient women embraced their roles and contributed significantly to food production during those challenging years. Learning to drive these robust machines was just one of many skills they acquired at the start of their remarkable journey. Fast forward to 1962, where an exterior shot captures Royston Working Mens Club in Barnsley, South Yorkshire. The presence of a Fordson tractor nearby hints at its continued relevance even after WWII had ended. This versatile piece of machinery remained indispensable for ploughing fields and supporting local farmers' livelihoods. The Merryweather escape carrying unit showcased another innovative use for the Fordson tractor - providing safety and protection during emergencies. Its front view reveals a well-designed apparatus that could swiftly transport people away from danger when every second counted. Not limited to war efforts or farming alone, members of the Women's Land Army (WLA) were captured diligently working on farms in Hertfordshire. Their dedication and hard work ensured that vital crops thrived under their care with assistance from trusty Fordson tractors by their side. In September 1933, Kingsham Farm hosted a sugar beet demonstration where attendees witnessed firsthand how efficiently this crop could be harvested using a Fordson tractor. It served as a testament to both technological advancements and increased productivity within agriculture. From battlefields to farmlands, through wars and peaceful times alike, the legacy of "Fordson" lives on as more than just a company name but as an icon representing resilience, progressiveness, and unwavering support in times of need.