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Blitz in London -- training in use of breathing apparatus

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Blitz in London -- training in use of breathing apparatus

Blitz in London -- regular London firefighters being trained in the use of breathing apparatus (BA) at Brigade headquarters, Lambeth. They are wearing Proto Mark IV oxygen re-breather sets, with a nominal duration of about one hour. Although later replaced by the Mark V, this type of BA set remained in regular use in the London Fire Brigade well into the mid 1970s when they were replaced by compressed-air BA sets

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Apparatus Blitz Breather Breathing Duration Firefighers Headquarters Hour Instruction Lambeth Mark Oxygen Primitive Proto Sets Tank Trained Firefighter Firefighters Firefighting Fireman Firemen


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In this evocative photograph, London Fire Brigade firefighters undergo intensive training in the use of breathing apparatus (BA) at Brigade headquarters in Lambeth during the 1940s. The firefighters, dressed in their uniforms and helmets, are seen practicing with Proto Mark IV oxygen re-breather sets, which were a crucial piece of equipment during fires that produced toxic gases. These BA sets, with a nominal duration of approximately one hour, were an essential tool for firefighters to enter and work in hazardous environments, allowing them to save lives and extinguish fires that would otherwise be inaccessible. Although later replaced by more advanced Mark V BA sets, the Proto Mark IV remained in regular use in the London Fire Brigade well into the mid-1970s. The primitive yet effective design of the tank breathing apparatus relied on the firefighter's own exhalations to re-generate oxygen, making it a vital piece of equipment during this era. The London Fire Brigade's commitment to training its firefighters in the use of BA sets was crucial in ensuring their readiness to tackle the numerous fires that threatened the city during this period. This photograph offers a glimpse into the early days of firefighting equipment and the rigorous training that London's brave firefighters underwent to protect their community. The image is a testament to their unwavering dedication and the evolution of firefighting techniques and technology throughout history.

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