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NFS (London Region) fireboat on the River Thames, WW2

NFS (London Region) fireboat on the River Thames, WW2


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NFS (London Region) fireboat on the River Thames, WW2

The London Regional River Service and the fireboat attached to the River fire station 1RU at Battersea Bridge

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This evocative photograph captures the London Regional Fire Service's fireboat, Kathleen, in action on the River Thames during World War II. The fireboat, which was attached to River Fire Station 1RU at Battersea Bridge, was a vital part of the London Fire Brigade's efforts to protect the city from the threat of fire during the war. The bridge in the background is Battersea Bridge, a key transport link across the Thames that connected the south and north banks of the river. With the city under constant threat from air raids and fires, the fireboats played a crucial role in responding to fires on the river and providing support to other emergency services. The fireboat, with its powerful pumping capabilities and firefighting equipment, was a vital asset in the fight against the fires that frequently broke out during the war. The vehicles and boats in the foreground are likely to be other firefighting tenders, ready to be deployed to various incidents. The London Fire Brigade's fireboats were a common sight on the Thames during the 1940s, and the firefighters who manned them were highly skilled and dedicated. This photograph offers a glimpse into the wartime efforts of the London Fire Brigade and the vital role that the fireboats played in protecting the city during a time of great danger. This photograph, taken in 1941, is a poignant reminder of the bravery and resilience of the firefighters who served during World War II and the essential role that the fire service continues to play in keeping our communities safe.

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