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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
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse Collection of historic Poster Prints, featuring an iconic image of a WW2-era NFS-London Region 100ft turntable rescue sling demonstration. This captivating print, sourced from the Mary Evans Picture Library, showcases the London Fire Brigade in action at their Regional headquarters in Lambeth, SE1. Relive history with this evocative image, meticulously printed on high-quality paper to bring out the rich details and vibrant colors. The perfect addition to your home or office, these poster prints not only make for stunning wall decor but also serve as a conversation starter, igniting curiosity and appreciation for the heroism and dedication of our emergency services. Order your Media Storehouse Poster Print today and bring a piece of history into your space.
Premium quality poster prints are printed on luxurious semi-gloss satin 270 gsm paper. Our meticulously crafted poster prints offer an affordable option for decorating any space, making them ideal for living rooms, bedrooms, offices and beyond. To ensure your poster arrives in good condition, we roll and send them in strong mailing tubes.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 21.6cm x 30.3cm (8.5" x 11.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with 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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