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Croydon Fire Brigade, South Norwood station
The firefighters of the Croydon Fire Brigade serving at South Norwood station, South Norwood High Street, together with their horse drawn manual fire engine. Date: 1870
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This evocative photograph captures the brave firefighters of the Croydon Fire Brigade at their South Norwood station, located on South Norwood High Street, in the heart of London during the 1870s. The firefighters are proudly posing next to their horse-drawn manual fire engine, a vital piece of equipment during the Victorian era when fires could ravage buildings and communities with devastating speed and ferocity. The Croydon Fire Brigade, established in 1865, was one of the earliest volunteer fire brigades in London. The firefighters in this photograph are dressed in their full uniforms, complete with helmets, leather coats, and boots. Each man holds a leather bucket, ready to scoop water from a nearby source to fight fires. The horse-drawn manual fire engine, with its large water tank and long hose reel, was the primary means of transporting water to the scene of a fire. The horses, strong and powerful, were essential in enabling the firefighters to reach fires quickly and efficiently. This photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, providing a window into the daily lives of the firefighters and the vital role they played in protecting their community from the destructive power of fire. The image is a testament to the courage, dedication, and teamwork of the firefighters of the Croydon Fire Brigade during the Victorian era.
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