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The Fire at the Vauxhall Railway Station, seen from Millbank, 1856. Creator: Unknown
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The Fire at the Vauxhall Railway Station, seen from Millbank, 1856. Creator: Unknown
The Fire at the Vauxhall Railway Station, seen from Millbank, 1856. The moment the plugs of the Lambeth, Vauxhall, and Southwark Companies mains were drawn, a sufficient supply of water was obtained to set the engines of Price's candleworks, and Messrs. Burnett and Hodges distillery to work, as well as that of the West of England office, and many of the London Brigade. The station, however, standing upon the top of the line, and being built of wood, and the wind blowing stiffly off the River Thames, the conflagration continued to extend, and at length attacked the houses on the south side of the property.... Our Artist states the best point of view to have been from opposite Colt's pistol manufactory. Looking over the river the fire had a fine effect. Crowds flocked to some high paling at this point where our Artist took his Sketch'. From "Illustrated London News", 1856
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This image, titled 'The Fire at the Vauxhall Railway Station, seen from Millbank, 1856,' offers a glimpse into the past, showcasing the chaos and destruction caused by a catastrophic fire that engulfed the Vauxhall Railway Station. The exact creator of this photograph remains unknown, but it was published in the 'Illustrated London News' in 1856. The fire broke out when the mains of the Lambeth, Vauxhall, and Southwark Companies were disconnected, releasing a sufficient amount of water to power various establishments, including Price's candleworks, Messrs. Burnett and Hodges' distillery, and the West of England office. However, the station, situated atop the railway line and constructed primarily of wood, was not so fortunate. With the wind blowing fiercely off the River Thames, the conflagration rapidly spread and eventually reached the houses on the south side of the property. The best vantage point to witness the spectacle was from opposite Colt's pistol manufactory, looking over the river. The fire presented a stunning yet ominous sight, with the flames reflecting off the water and casting an eerie glow over the scene. The image draws the viewer's attention to the dense plumes of smoke billowing into the sky, and the bright orange and red hues of the fire, creating a stark contrast against the dark, stormy sky. The photograph captures the sense of urgency and chaos that must have surrounded the area, as crowds gathered at the high paling nearby to witness the unfolding events. The fire at the Vauxhall Railway Station was a significant event in London's history, and this image offers a unique and intriguing glimpse into the past.
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