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Captain Sir Eyre Massey Shaw

Captain Sir Eyre Massey Shaw (1828-1908), Superintendent of the Metropolitan Fire Brigade (now London Fire Brigade) and its predecessor, the London Fire Engine Establishment, from 1861 to 1891. He introduced modern firefighting methods, and increased the number of stations. The medals he is wearing are (right) MFB Good Service Medal, received 1887, and (left) Knight Commander Order of the Bath, received 1891. Date: circa 1890s

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Captain Sir Eyre Massey Shaw (1828-1908), a pioneering figure in the history of firefighting, is depicted in this photograph from the late 1890s. Shaw served as the Superintendent of the Metropolitan Fire Brigade (now London Fire Brigade) and its predecessor, the London Fire Engine Establishment, from 1861 to 1891. During his tenure, he introduced modern firefighting methods and expanded the number of fire stations, revolutionizing the way fires were fought and managed in London. Shaw's heroic career is evident in the medals he wears in this image. The medal on the left is the Knight Commander Order of the Bath, which he received in 1891 in recognition of his distinguished service to the community. The medal on the right is the Good Service Medal of the Metropolitan Fire Brigade, which he was awarded in 1887 for his exceptional dedication and commitment to firefighting. Shaw's uniform, complete with a brass helmet and fireman's coat, is reminiscent of the Victorian era in which he served. The image captures the essence of a time when firefighters were true heroes, risking their lives to protect the people and property of London from the destructive power of fire. Shaw's legacy continues to inspire and influence the work of modern-day firefighters, making him a figure of great importance in the history of firefighting.

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