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LCC-LFB Massey Shaw fireboat, Greenwich, SE London
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LCC-LFB Massey Shaw fireboat, Greenwich, SE London
The Massey Shaw fireboat was built in 1935 on the Isle of Wight, and fitted out with powerful Merryweather pumps in Greenwich, SE London. The fireboat was built to a special design that would allow her to navigate all of the bridges along the River Thames at any state of the tide. She was named after the first Chief Fire Officer of Londons Metropolitan Fire Brigade; Captain Sir Eyre Massey Shaw. Seen here after her fitting out at Merryweathers and relaunched in the Greenwich peninsular
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This photograph captures the LCC-LFB Massey Shaw fireboat, proudly displayed after its fitting out at Merryweather's in Greenwich, SE London, in the late 1930s. The Massey Shaw was a remarkable vessel, built on the Isle of Wight and later outfitted with powerful Merryweather pumps in Greenwich. Its unique design enabled it to navigate all of the bridges along the River Thames at any state of the tide. Named after the first Chief Fire Officer of London's Metropolitan Fire Brigade, Captain Sir Eyre Massey Shaw, this fireboat was an essential addition to the brigade's fleet. The crew, dressed in their smart uniforms and adorned with bunting, are seen gathered around the boat, eagerly anticipating its launch. The Massey Shaw played a vital role in firefighting on the River Thames, protecting the people and property of London. This photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, showcasing the pride and dedication of the firefighting community during the 1930s.
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