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London Fire Brigade Fire King appliance with crew

A London Fire Brigade Fire King appliance with crew. In 1899 Merryweather of Greenwich modified its steamer pumps to also propel the vehicle, and thus Londons first non-horse-drawn fire engines arrived. Unfortunately the Fire Kings, as they were called, were slow (12 mph maximum) and cumbersome to steer. Stopping was also a problem as they weighed 5.5 tons

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Appliance Appliances Crew Crews Cumbersome Drawn Engines Kings Merryweather Modified Propel Pumps Slow Steamer Steer Vehicles Firefighter Firefighters Firefighting Fireman Firemen


Greetings Card (7"x5")

Introducing the latest addition to our Greetings Cards collection from Media Storehouse - a stunning image of a London Fire Brigade Fire King appliance with its brave crew. This captivating card design showcases a historic moment in firefighting history, as Merryweather of Greenwich modified their steamer pumps in 1899 to propel the vehicle, creating the iconic Fire King appliance. Share your admiration for the heroic efforts of the fire brigade, and send a thoughtful message to your loved ones with this unique and intriguing greeting card. Perfect for birthday, anniversary, or just to say 'thank you' or 'well done' cards, our London Fire Brigade Fire King appliance card is sure to make a lasting impression. Order yours today and add a touch of history and excitement to your greeting card collection.

Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.

Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more

Estimated Product Size is 12.5cm x 17.5cm (4.9" x 6.9")

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 photograph showcases a London Fire Brigade Fire King appliance with its dedicated crew, marking an essential milestone in firefighting history. In 1899, Merryweather of Greenwich revolutionized the fire service by modifying their steam-powered pumps to propel the vehicle, resulting in London's first non-horse-drawn fire engines. However, these Fire Kings, as they came to be known, presented several challenges. Despite their innovative design, they were relatively slow, with a maximum speed of only 12 mph, and steering them was a cumbersome task. Additionally, their significant weight of 5.5 tons made stopping a formidable challenge. The Edwardian era Fire King appliance in this photograph, taken around 1905, represents the transition from horse-drawn carriages to motorized vehicles in the London Fire Brigade's fleet. The crew, dressed in their protective gear and helmets, are poised and ready to respond to any emergency. The Fire King appliance, with its powerful steam-powered pump and newfound mobility, would have been a vital asset in the city's firefighting efforts. This photograph offers a unique glimpse into the early days of motorized fire engines and the brave firemen who operated them. The London Fire Brigade's adoption of this technology marked a significant advancement in firefighting capabilities and paved the way for the modern fire engines we know today.

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