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AFS women, Southwark Fire Station, WW2
AFS (Auxiliary Fire Service) women in their bunk room at Southwark Fire Station (Station 60), Southwark Bridge Road, SE1, during the Second World War. Date: circa 1940
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This evocative photograph captures a moment of respite for the brave Auxiliary Fire Service (AFS) women of Southwark Fire Station (Station 60) during the tumultuous Second World War. Circa 1940, the women are seen in their bunk room, located at Southwark Bridge Road, SE1. The London Fire Brigade (LFB) firefighters, both men and women, worked tirelessly around the clock to protect the city from the devastating effects of the air raids. The women in the photograph are dressed in their uniforms, which consisted of a blue tunic and trousers, with a red sash and hat. Their bunk room, a modest space, is filled with rows of simple wooden bunk beds, each one neatly made up with crisp white bedding. The room is adorned with a few personal touches, such as a framed photograph on the wall and a small table with a vase of flowers. Despite the challenging conditions they faced, the AFS women remained dedicated to their duty, often working long hours and enduring the harsh realities of wartime London. This photograph offers a rare glimpse into their daily lives, providing a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by these courageous women during the 1940s. The AFS was formed in 1938 as an auxiliary to the LFB, with the aim of providing additional manpower to help fight fires during the expected air raids. The service was disbanded in 1948, but the legacy of the AFS women lives on, inspiring future generations of firefighters and reminding us of the vital role they played in protecting their communities during a time of great adversity.
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