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In 1910 the London Fire Brigade took delivery of the latest motorised fire engine from Dennis, the fire engine manufacturers in Surrey. Seen here is the pump-escape with its solid rubber tyres which had steel studded fabric wraps to combat the risk of skidding on wet tramlines and its own fire pump
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In this evocative photograph from the Mary Evans Picture Library, we witness a significant moment in the history of the London Fire Brigade (LFB) as they take delivery of their latest motorised fire engine from Dennis, the renowned fire engine manufacturers based in Surrey, England, in the year 1910. The vehicle in question is the Dennis pump-escape, an innovative design that revolutionized firefighting capabilities during the Edwardian era. The pump-escape is a wheeled fire engine, outfitted with solid rubber tyres, an essential feature to navigate the wet and often treacherous tramlines that crisscrossed the streets of London at the time. To further enhance traction and prevent skidding, the tyres were fitted with steel studded fabric wraps. This ingenious design allowed the fire brigade to respond more efficiently to emergencies, as they no longer had to rely on horse-drawn carriages or manually-operated pumps. The Dennis pump-escape is also equipped with its own fire pump, which enabled the brigade to begin extinguishing fires as soon as they arrived on the scene. The vehicle is seen here during a practice drill or exercise, with firefighters preparing the ladder and hoses. The hoses are coiled neatly on the side of the engine, ready for deployment. This photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, showcasing the London Fire Brigade's commitment to modernizing their equipment and enhancing their firefighting capabilities. The Dennis pump-escape represented a crucial step forward in the evolution of firefighting vehicles, paving the way for more advanced motorized engines that would serve the LFB and other fire departments around the world for decades to come.
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