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Portsmouth scene (exact city location unknown)
Portsmouth scene (exact city location unknown). The Corps of Canadian Fire-fighters (also known as the Volunteer Corps of Canadian Fire-fighters and simply as CCCF) were stationed in England between 1942 and 1945. Date: circa 1942
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1941 1942 Cccf Corps Emecency Exact Fighters Fire Fighters Overseas Portsmouth Stationed Support Unknown Volunteer Volunteering Volunteers Firefighter Firefighting Firemen
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This evocative photograph captures a scene in the unknown port city of Portsmouth, England during the early 1940s. The Corps of Canadian Fire-fighters (CCCF), also known as the Volunteer Corps of Canadian Fire-fighters and simply as the Canadian Fire-fighters, are prominently featured in the image. These brave men were stationed in England between 1942 and 1945 to provide essential firefighting services during World War II. The Canadian Fire-fighters were an integral part of the Allied war effort on the 2nd Home Front, offering valuable support to the British emergency services. The volunteers, dressed in their distinctive red uniforms, are seen here gathered around a fire engine, preparing for their next call. The fire engine, adorned with the Canadian maple leaf emblem, stands proudly in the background. The Corps of Canadian Fire-fighters played a crucial role during this period, responding to fires and other emergencies in various British cities and towns. Their presence not only helped alleviate the strain on the British fire services but also boosted morale among the local population and the Canadian troops. This photograph offers a glimpse into the history of the Canadian Fire-fighters' service overseas during World War II. It is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by these volunteers, who left their homes in Canada to support the war effort in Britain. The exact location of this scene in Portsmouth remains unknown, but the image stands as a testament to the courage and dedication of the Canadian Fire-fighters during this pivotal time in history.
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