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NFS (London Region) pump repairs, Lambeth workshops
A damaged LCC London Fire Brigade fire engine, after repair, at the Headquarters station, Lambeth. The appliance is without its ladders and equipment and painted in a wartime battleship grey colour. The Windmill public house can be seen in the background
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In this evocative photograph from the London Fire Brigade's archives, taken in the 1940s, a damaged fire engine undergoes repairs at the Lambeth Headquarters station. The London County Council (LCC) fire appliance, without its ladders and equipment, stands proudly in the workshop, its wartime battleship grey paint glinting in the light. The engine, a second-generation Type II fire engine, was likely damaged during an air raid or other wartime incident. The backdrop to this scene is the Windmill public house, its distinctive red brick facade and white trim providing a stark contrast to the grey tones of the fire engine and the industrial surroundings of the workshop. The pub, a popular local watering hole, would have provided a welcome respite for the firefighters working to repair the damaged engine, as they sought to keep the city's residents safe during the tumultuous events of the Second World War. The London Fire Brigade's fleet of fire engines played a crucial role in the defence of the city during the war, with many vehicles being damaged or destroyed in the line of duty. The workshops at Lambeth Headquarters would have been a hive of activity, with teams of skilled mechanics working tirelessly to keep the engines in good working order and get them back on the streets as quickly as possible. This photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of firefighting during the 1940s, a time when the London Fire Brigade faced unprecedented challenges as the city endured the Blitz and other wartime hardships. The bravery and dedication of the firefighters during this period is a testament to their commitment to protecting the people of London, and this photograph serves as a poignant reminder of their important work.
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