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LCC-LFB No1 station Southwark with motorised pumps
Southwark fire station was attached to the Brigade headquarters located in Southwark Bridge Road SE1. Seen here are the pump escape and pump, two of Southwarks many fire engines, standing by the original engine house opened in 1878
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This evocative photograph captures the bustling scene at Southwark Fire Station in the 1920s, as firefighters prepared for action from their base in Southwark Bridge Road, SE1. The station, which was attached to the London Fire Brigade headquarters, was home to a fleet of motorised fire engines, including the pump escape and pump seen here. The original engine house at Southwark Fire Station had opened in 1878, but the arrival of motorised appliances revolutionised firefighting capabilities, enabling crews to respond more quickly and effectively to emergencies. The vehicles and crews housed in the sheds were a vital part of the London Fire Brigade's transport network, ensuring that firefighters were always on hand to tackle any blazes that threatened the city. The photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the daily life of the fire service during this period. Firemen can be seen checking over their engines, ensuring that they were in good working order, while others stand ready to depart on a call. The motorised pumps and appliances were a significant investment for the London Fire Brigade, and this image underscores the importance of these vehicles in the firefighting arsenal of the time. The London Fire Brigade's Southwark Fire Station played a crucial role in protecting the city during the 1920s, and this photograph provides a valuable record of the men and machinery that made up this essential service.
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