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LCC-LFB Mile End fire station, E1
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LCC-LFB Mile End fire station, E1
Built by the London County Council, Mile End fire station was located at 263 Mile End Road. The widespread adoption of motorised fire engines by the LFB led to a reduction in the number of fire stations --a report produced in 1920 recommended the closure of 15, and this was one of them
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This evocative photograph captures the historic LCC-LFB Mile End Fire Station, located at 263 Mile End Road in London's East End. Built by the London County Council in the late 1800s, this Victorian fire station was one of many established to provide essential firefighting services to the growing urban population. The widespread adoption of motorized fire engines by the London Fire Brigade (LFB) in the early 1900s led to a significant reduction in the number of fire stations. A report produced in 1920 recommended the closure of 15 stations, and unfortunately, Mile End Fire Station was among those earmarked for decommission. The image shows the fire station's imposing red brick facade, adorned with intricate stone detailing and large, wooden blinds. The fire engines and other equipment are housed within the station's spacious garage bays, ready for deployment at a moment's notice. The firemen, dressed in their distinctive uniforms, can be seen engaging in various tasks, ensuring that their equipment is in top condition and that they are prepared for any emergency. Despite the station's eventual closure, this photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the vital role that fire stations played in the lives of Londoners during the early 20th century. The image transports us back in time, providing a glimpse into the daily routine of the brave men and women who dedicated their lives to keeping the city safe from the threat of fire.
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