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NFS (London Region) fire brigade display at Lambeth, WW2
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NFS (London Region) fire brigade display at Lambeth, WW2
During 1942 and 1943, 23 air raids occurred over the London Region, but they were light in character. The firefighters of the NFS needed to be kept in a state of constant readiness. Training programmes and productive activities helped maintain both fitness and morale. At the Regional headquarters, Lambeth, regular displays and reviews allowed the public to see the work of the greatly enlarged fire service and kept public support on its side. Here firemen perform a hook ladder display on the nine-storey drill tower
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1942 1943 Activities Displays Drill Fitness Headquarters Hook Ladder Ladders Lambeth Morale Physical Practice Practising Productive Readiness Region Regional Regular Reviews Firefighter Firefighters Firefighting Fireman Firemen
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During the turbulent years of 1942 and 1943, the London Region of the National Fire Service (NFS) faced 23 air raids, although most were of a light character. To maintain their readiness and high morale, firefighters engaged in rigorous training programmes and productive activities. At the Regional headquarters in Lambeth, regular displays and reviews were held to showcase the work of the greatly enlarged fire service to the public. In this evocative image, London Fire Brigade firemen demonstrate their skills in a hook ladder display on the nine-storey drill tower. The physical demands of firefighting required the utmost fitness, and these practices were essential to ensure the team was prepared for any eventuality. The public's support was crucial during wartime, and these displays kept the community informed and engaged with the vital work of the NFS. The 1940s were a time of immense challenge, and the unwavering dedication and professionalism of the firefighters shone through in their daily training and public demonstrations.
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