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Firefighters and policemen climbing a ladder
Firefighters and policemen climbing a ladder, while a woman and girl stand in the open doorway below. Date: circa 1910s
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Media ID 23044874
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10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print
Add a touch of history to your home or office with our stunning Firefighters and Policemen print from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports us back in time to the 1910s. Witness the bravery and teamwork of the firefighters and policemen as they climb a ladder to rescue a woman and a young girl from a burning building. A powerful and inspiring addition to any space, this rights-managed photograph is sure to ignite conversation and admiration. Order now and bring a piece of history into your world.
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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.
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In this evocative photograph from the 1910s, a team of brave firefighters and policemen are seen climbing a tall ladder, their determined expressions focused on the fiery blaze engulfing the upper stories of a London house. The ladder, with its large wheels at the base, leans precariously against the brick wall of the building, its rungs providing the only means of access to the inferno above. Bystanders, including a woman and young girl, watch from the open doorway below, their faces etched with concern and anxiety. The woman clutches a shawl around her shoulders, her eyes fixed on the men ascending the ladder, while the girl covers her mouth with her hand, her eyes wide with fear. The wet pavement and street reflect the dim light of the surrounding buildings, adding to the sense of urgency and danger. This image captures the heroism and bravery of the London Fire Brigade and Metropolitan Police Force during a time when firefighting was a far more dangerous and physically demanding occupation than it is today. The use of ladders, rather than modern fire trucks and aerial platforms, required a great deal of strength, skill, and courage, as the firefighters and policemen risked their lives to save others from the flames. The photograph also serves as a reminder of the close working relationship between the fire service and the police during emergencies, with both organizations working together to ensure the safety and wellbeing of the public. Despite the challenges and dangers they faced, these brave men continued to put their lives on the line to protect their communities, making them true heroes of the 1910s London scene.
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