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LFB fireboat Massey Shaw tackling a warehouse fire
The Massey Shaw fireboat at its first major riverside warehouse fire on the River Thames. The Colonial Wharf fire in Wapping High Street E1 occurred on 27 September 1935. It was the largest blaze that the London Fire Brigade had fought for a number of years. The nine-storey warehouse was full of crude rubber and it burned for four days, during which time a number of explosions took place. Sixty pumps and twenty special appliances plus three fireboats, manned by some 600 firefighters fought the huge blaze: they successfully prevented fire from spreading to the surrounding warehouses
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A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Introducing the captivating "LFB fireboat Massey Shaw in Action" poster print from Media Storehouse, brought to you in collaboration with the London Fire Brigade and Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative image transports you back in time to the heart of a historic event on the River Thames. Witness the bravery and determination of the Massey Shaw fireboat as it tackles the Colonial Wharf fire, which broke out on Wapping High Street E1 on 27 September 1935. This stunning poster print is an essential addition to your collection, perfect for firefighting enthusiasts, history buffs, or anyone who appreciates the power and grace of these iconic fireboats. Experience the thrill of the past with Media Storehouse's high-quality poster prints.
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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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this historic photograph, the London Fire Brigade's Massey Shaw fireboat bravely tackles a massive warehouse fire that broke out on the River Thames in Wapping High Street, E1, on 27 September 1935. This was the first major riverside blaze that the London Fire Brigade had faced in many years, and it was a formidable challenge. The nine-story Colonial Wharf warehouse was filled with crude rubber, making it a dangerous and unpredictable inferno. The fire burned for an impressive four days, during which time a total of sixty pumps and twenty special appliances, along with three fireboats, were manned by some 600 firefighters. The determination and skill of these brave men prevented the fire from spreading to the surrounding warehouses, saving countless lives and valuable property. The smoke-filled scene is a testament to the intensity of the blaze, with the Massey Shaw fireboat and other vessels spraying powerful jets of water onto the burning warehouse. The fire, which took place during the 1930s, was a significant event in the history of the London Fire Brigade, and this photograph captures the heroism and teamwork of the firefighters as they worked tirelessly to contain the inferno on the River Thames.
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