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Blitz in London -- Mansfield Road sub-station, WW2
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Blitz in London -- Mansfield Road sub-station, WW2
Blitz in London -- AFS firefighters salvage their bedding from the bombed-out Mansfield Road fire sub-station after it was seriously damaged in a bombing raid on 16 November 1940. Date: 1940
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This evocative photograph captures the resilience and determination of the London Fire Brigade (LFB) firefighters during the intense bombing campaign of World War II, specifically the Blitz of November 1940. The scene unfolds on Mansfield Road, where the fire sub-station has been severely damaged in a bombing raid on the night of 16 November 1940. Despite the destruction, firefighters from the Auxiliary Fire Service (AFS) are seen salvaging their bedding from the bombed-out station. The pavement is littered with debris, and the buildings in the background bear the scars of the relentless air raids. The firemen, dressed in their protective gear, work together to carry a mattress and other belongings to a safer location, demonstrating their unwavering commitment to their duty even amidst the chaos and destruction of the war. This powerful image serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by the brave men and women of the fire services during the darkest days of the 20th century. The photograph, taken in the 1940s, is a testament to the indomitable spirit of Londoners and their ability to endure and rebuild in the face of adversity.
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