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NFS-London Region 100ft turntable rescue sling, WW2
A turntable ladder rescue sling being demonstrated at the Regional fire headquarters, Lambeth SE1
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Media ID 7638784
© London Fire Brigade / Mary Evans Picture Library
1943 Demonstrating Harness Harnesses Headquarters Ladder Lambeth Regional Rescue Saving Sling Slings Turntable Firefighter Firefighters Firefighting Fireman Firemen
10"x8" (25x20cm) Table Top Metal Print
Bring history to life with our Media Storehouse Metal Prints featuring this iconic image of a London Fire Brigade NFS-London Region 100ft turntable rescue sling in action during a demonstration at the Regional fire headquarters in Lambeth, SE1. This WW2 photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Picture Library, is now available as a high-quality metal print, adding a unique and stylish touch to any space. The vivid colors and exceptional detail of the print are sure to captivate viewers, making it a perfect conversation starter. Order now and relive history in a whole new way!
Table Top Metal Prints feature rounded corners and an easel back for easy display. Available in two sizes, 18x13cm (7x5) or 25x20cm (10x8). Lightweight and vibrant, they are perfect for displaying artwork and are guaranteed to add style to any desk or table top. The unique material is fade, moisture, chemical and scratch resistant to help ensure this art lasts a lifetime.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative photograph from the London Fire Brigade's archives, taken in 1943 at the Regional Fire Headquarters in Lambeth, South East London, firemen demonstrate the use of a 100ft turntable rescue sling. The image captures a moment in time during World War II, when the bravery and resourcefulness of the fire service were as essential to the war effort as the military forces themselves. The turntable ladder, a vital piece of equipment for reaching great heights and rescuing people from burning buildings, is shown here with its harnesses and slings in full display. The firemen, dressed in their iconic uniforms, are focused and determined as they prepare to demonstrate the lifesaving device. The boy in the foreground, perhaps a young recruit or an onlooker, gazes up at the towering ladder with a sense of awe and wonder. The use of rescue slings was a crucial aspect of firefighting during the 1940s, particularly during wartime when fires were a common hazard due to bombing raids. The slings allowed firefighters to safely lower injured individuals from great heights, minimizing the risk of further harm. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the selfless service and dedication of the London Fire Brigade during a time of great adversity. The 100ft turntable ladder, a testament to the ingenuity and innovation of firefighting equipment, stands tall and proud in this image, a symbol of the vital role the fire service played in protecting the people of London during the darkest days of World War II.
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