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Poster Print : Croydon Fire Brigade, Thornton Heath horse fire engine
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Croydon Fire Brigade, Thornton Heath horse fire engine
Thornton Heath was one of three stations in the Croydon Fire Brigade -- the other two were the main Croydon headquarters station and South Norwood. The fire engine shown here is a horse drawn manual pump, with crew
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© London Fire Brigade / Mary Evans Picture Library
1860 Appliance Appliances Crew Crews Croydon Drawn Heath Horsed Hose Manual Pump Stations Thornton Firefighter Firefighters Firefighting Fireman Firemen
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our vintage Croydon Fire Brigade poster print, featuring a striking image of Thornton Heath's horse-drawn fire engine from the London Fire Brigade archives. Part of our Media Storehouse collection from Mary Evans Picture Library, this authentic print is a must-have for firefighting enthusiasts and history buffs alike. Bring the nostalgic charm of the past into your home or office with this beautifully preserved piece of London's rich firefighting history.
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Estimated Product Size is 30.3cm x 21.6cm (11.9" x 8.5")
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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This evocative photograph captures the dedication and courage of the Croydon Fire Brigade's Thornton Heath station crew as they prepare for a call to duty in the late 1860s. The horse-drawn manual pump fire engine, a key piece of equipment in their arsenal, is hitched and ready to go, with the team of firemen standing proudly beside it. The station, located in the heart of Thornton Heath, was one of three in the Croydon Fire Brigade, with the other two being the main Croydon headquarters station and South Norwood. The horse, a powerful and essential partner in firefighting during this era, stands calmly, its harness gleaming in the sunlight. The crew, dressed in their distinctive uniforms, are poised and alert, their faces a mix of determination and focus. The hoses, coiled neatly beside the engine, are a testament to the meticulous organization and preparation that went into every firefighting operation. The buildings in the background, with their Victorian architecture and red-tiled roofs, add to the sense of history and tradition that surrounds the Croydon Fire Brigade. The horse-drawn fire engine was a common sight on the streets of London during this period, and this photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, showcasing the bravery and skill of the firefighters who risked their lives to protect their communities. This photograph, taken by the London Fire Brigade and sourced from Mary Evans Picture Library, is a valuable reminder of the important role that firefighters and their equipment played in the history of firefighting in London. The horse-drawn fire engine may no longer be in use, but its legacy continues to inspire and influence modern firefighting techniques and technologies.
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