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Auxiliary Fire Brigade riders, September 1939
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Auxiliary Fire Brigade riders, September 1939
A line of dispatch riders attached to the Auxiliary Fire Brigade in September 1939. Among the riders is Nobby Key - a famous speedway rider who competed for Crystal Palace and New Cross (1929 - 36). Date: 1939
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September 1939: Auxiliary Fire Brigade Riders in Action - Amidst the looming shadows of World War II, this powerful image captures a line of dispatch riders attached to the Auxiliary Fire Brigade. The AFS (Auxiliary Fire Service) was formed in response to the threat of air raids during the early stages of the conflict, and these motorcycle messengers played a crucial role in delivering essential information and supplies to fire stations across the city. Among the determined riders, the famous face of Nobby Key stands out. A former speedway champion, Nobby competed for Crystal Palace and New Cross from 1929 to 1936, bringing his racing skills to the service of his country. Wearing his helmet and goggles, Nobby embodies the spirit of resilience and adaptability that defined the British people during this tumultuous period. As the first raindrops of the approaching autumnal storm begin to fall, the riders remain focused, their expressions a testament to their unwavering commitment to duty. The motorcycles, lined up in a neat row, are a symbol of the precision and organization that underpinned the Auxiliary Fire Brigade's efforts to protect the city from the devastating effects of the war. With the ominous sound of sirens in the background and the promise of more challenges ahead, these brave men and their motorcycles were ready to face whatever the future held. This evocative photograph offers a glimpse into the courage and determination of the Auxiliary Fire Brigade riders during the early days of World War II.
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