Service Collection (page 2)

Massey Shaw fireboat on the River Thames with the Houses of Parliament in the background

NFS fire engines at Wembley
National Fire Service fire engines at Wembley

Fireboat Massey Shaw with eight hoses pumping

Catholic mass. St. Sulpice church, Paris, France, Europe

LCC-LFB Herne Hill fire station, Brockwell Park SE27
Built by the London County Council, Herne Hill fire station was located at Milkwood Road, Herne Hill. The widespread adoption of motorised fire engines by the LFB led to a reduction in the number of

Container ship in dock, Melbourne, Australia
Colour, Photography, nobody, outdoors, day, retail, service, merchandise, industry, transportation, ship, docks, harbour, reflection, Marine terminal, Freight terminal, cargo ship, container ship

Drums of the Royal Marines Band Service
The drums of the Royal Marines Band Service. The Royal Marines Band Service is world renowned for the quality of its music, visual splendour and meticulous attention to detail on parade

Bob Monkhouse, Shirley Eaton and Dora Bryan
in a scene from Carry On Sergeant (1958)

The Catholic Emigration Mission, service on Board a Ship bound for Montreal (engraving)
1038271 The Catholic Emigration Mission, service on Board a Ship bound for Montreal (engraving) by Durand, Godefroy (1832-1896); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Catholic Emigration Mission)

The King of Denmark in Iceland, Service in Reykjavik Cathedral (engraving)
1589272 The King of Denmark in Iceland, Service in Reykjavik Cathedral (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The King of Denmark in Iceland)

Bridge workers board on 007, the Humber Bridge service bus, for the journey over the centre span of Humber Bridge from Hessle towards to Barton

Memorial to President John F. Kennedy is unveiled in Runnymede Berkshire May 1965. The memorial stands on ground previously belonging to the Crown

LFB Shadwell Fire Station firemen group photo
LFB Shadwell Fire Station firemen, group photo, August 1930. Date: 1930

Orthodox priest blessing the soil, Russia. A print from Customs of the World, Volume II Hutchinson and Co, Paternoster Row, London

U. S. FOREST SERVICE, 1924. Republican senators holding fire prevention posters
U.S. FOREST SERVICE, 1924. Republican senators holding fire prevention posters issued by the United States Forest Service

Italian World War II recruitment poster for the auxiliary service of the 10th Flotilla
WWII: ITALIAN POSTER. Italian World War II recruitment poster for the auxiliary service of the 10th Flotilla

Bomb crater in Minington Road, Leyton, WW2
A bomb crater in Minington(?) Road, Leyton, East London, during the Second World War, 22 October 1944

Henry Simonis & Co fire appliances, Nuremberg, Germany
Two Henry Simonis & Co fire appliances on a street in Nuremberg, Germany

Aftermath of fire, London Hop Exchange
Aftermath of a fire at the London Hop Exchange in Southwark Street on 20 October 1920. A board leaning up on the right lists the temporary addresses of the tenants

Moses Weinberger (center) with bartenders Mack O Brien (left) and Ike Reed at the entrance to the Same Old Moses Saloon
OKLAHOMA: SALOON, c1900. Moses Weinberger (center) with bartenders Mack O Brien (left) and Ike Reed at the entrance to the Same Old Moses Saloon at 211 West Harrison Avenue in Guthrie, Oklahoma

ERC 1958: Liege-Rome-Liege Rally
AUGUST 25: Triumph TR3s dominate the gathering at a fuel stop during the Liege-Rome-Liege Rally on August 25, 1958. (Photo by LAT Images)

Three German Shepherd puppies sitting in a row on Southwestern blankets

Cheltenham Flyer
The GWR (Great Western Railway) Cheltenham Flyer (aka Cheltenham Spa Express ) service, leaving Paddington station, London, on its way to Cheltenham Spa, Gloucestershire, July 1937

LCC-LFB firefighters change from brass to cork fire helmets LFB150
Two firemen in the foreground wearing new style cork helmets and Proto Mark IV breathing apparatus sets. The man on the right is from Station 34, Shadwell

A family at War - May 1941
Group of four people - Company Sergeant Major Royal Sussex Regiment, Police Officer West Sussex Constabulary, Royal Air Force man, and their sister

Self-propelled fire engine at LFB Southwark HQ
A self-propelled fire engine at LFB Southwark Headquarters, with firemen training

Scammell pump in Orange Street, London W1, WW2
Scammell 65-gallon pump in operation, supplying water to four hosepipes, at a fire in Orange Street, London W1, 21 September 1942

Fire engine with crew, Southgate, North London, WW1
Fire engine with crew -- SDFB, Southgate District Council fire service. The date on the vehicle is 1914. The motor escape was made by Lloyd and Plaister, Wood Green, in 1912, and was used until 1924

Firefighters taking part in a hose training drill
Two firefighters taking part in a hose training drill

Fireman in brass helmet with two white horses
Fireman in a brass helmet with two white horses in harness

Fire at 298 Old Brompton Road, London SW5, 25 February 1956. A mother is reunited with her son after a dramatic rescue by Sub Officers Kirby and Temple under dangerous conditions

Blitz in London - Clarnico Factory, Hackney Wick, WW2
Scene of devastation at the Clarnico factory in Carpenters Road, Hackney Wick, East London, following a bombing raid on 24 September 1940

Blitz in London -- damaged fire vehicle, WW2
Blitz in London -- a firefighting vehicle damaged by falling debris in Alderney Street, Victoria SW1

Blitz in London - Foreign Street, Camberwell, WW2
Blitz in London - Foreign Street, Camberwell, SE5, a residential property hit by a high explosive bomb on 29 August 1940

Queen Elizabeth II inspecting firefighters, London
Visit of Queen Elizabeth II to the Headquarters of the London Fire Brigade, Lambeth, on 9 June 1977

Two firefighters at King George V Dock, East London
Two firefighters in action at No.9 Shed, King George V Dock, Port of London Authority, East London (E16), on 29 December 1974 -- a 30-pump fire

Ilford Fire Station decorated with flags
Ilford Fire Station, Essex, decorated with flags for a special occasion (a coronation or royal jubilee)

LCC-LFB Change from brass to cork fire helmets
A significant landmark when on 14 July 1934 the LFB started to replace its traditional brass helmet with a new compressed cork design. It would be four years before the changeover was completed

The Chess Game, 1896 (oil on panel)
989236 The Chess Game, 1896 (oil on panel) by Deutsch, Ludwig (1855-1935); 55x41.6 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Chess Game. Ludwig Deutsch (1855-1935). Oil on panel. Signed and dated 1896

A Rakes Progress - 2: The Levee, 1733. Artist: William Hogarth
A Rakes Progress - 2: The Levee, 1733. Tom holds a morning reception at his new palatial town lodgings. Vistors offer their services: a jockey, a dancing-master (with violin)

Two Doberman Pinschers at Carmel Beach in California

Banner for Wells Fargo & Co Express, 1915
WELLS FARGO EXPRESS, 1915. Banner for Wells Fargo & Co Express, 1915

Ladder after repair in workshops, Lambeth HQ
Ladder (No.13 TTL) after repair in workshops, Lambeth HQ

Scene in Minington Road, Leyton, WW2
A panoramic daytime scene in Minington(?) Road, Leyton, East London, during the Second World War, showing the aftermath of an air raid, 22 October 1944

Blitz in London -- Old Compton Street, WW2
Blitz in London -- firefighters in action in Old Compton Street, W1, where a gas main was ignited by a high explosive bomb and buildings were damaged by the blast, 24 February 1944

Firefighters in action in Commercial Road, East London
Firefighters in action with hosepipes at business premises, 81/85 Commercial Road, East London, 18 June 1957. The first floor, a large tailors workshop

Blitz in London -- AFS firefighters at work, WW2
Blitz in London -- AFS firefighters at work with hosepipes

Firefighters outside mobile kitchen, WW2
Firefighters enjoying a mug of tea outside a mobile kitchen presented to the National Fire Service by the Order of the Eastern Star, Manitoba, Canada, during the Second World War

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"Service: A Tribute to Heroism and Compassion" In the face of danger, a heroic fireman fearlessly rescues a young girl from the clutches of a raging fire. Their selflessness and bravery embody the true essence of service. Amidst solemnity, at a Welsh funeral, we witness the profound service offered to bid farewell to loved ones. Henry Clarence Whaite's poignant painting captures the deep connection between humanity and nature in this act of final reverence. A Goldendoodle with snow on its nose reminds us that even our furry friends can provide unwavering loyalty and companionship. Their playful presence brings joy while silently teaching us about unconditional love and service. Sacrament Sunday symbolizes devotion as William Teulon Blandford Fletcher portrays individuals coming together for spiritual nourishment. This sacred gathering exemplifies how service extends beyond physical needs, nurturing souls in times of solace or celebration. The London Fire Brigade's annual review showcases firefighters equipped with hoses, ready to combat any blaze that threatens lives or property. At Lambeth HQ LFB150, their dedication is honored as they stand united against adversity. New Paddington Fire Station stands tall in West London—a testament to progress and innovation within emergency services. It represents an ongoing commitment to safeguarding communities through modern infrastructure designed for efficient response times. A red English post box nestled within a brick wall serves as more than just a receptacle for letters; it symbolizes connectivity across distances—a reminder that acts transcend borders and bring people closer together. Firefighters in action on Eagle Street demonstrate their unwavering resolve amidst chaos—running towards danger when others flee—an embodiment of courage under fire that epitomizes what it means to serve selflessly. During World War II's Blitz, firefighters stood by valiantly amid relentless bombings—guardians protecting lives amidst destruction. These brave men exemplify resilience during dark times when hope seemed scarce.