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LFB firefighters in 100 yards race, White City Stadium
LFB firefighters in a 100 yards race for the Brigade Championship Final at White City Stadium, 30 August 1958. They are taking part in the LFB Athletic Association 47th Annual Athletic Meeting. The winner was C Snook of Lambeth (5) with a time of 10.7 seconds, second was L V Vandenburgh of Clerkenwell (1), third was R J H Miller of Brunswick Road (3), fourth was W W Pople of Edgware Road (2), fifth was Ms Ellinas of Kentish Town (6) and sixth was M E Talbot of Holloway (4). Date: 1958
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In this photograph from the annals of London Fire Brigade (LFB) history, a group of brave and athletic firefighters line up at the starting blocks for the 100 yards race during the LFB Athletic Association's 47th Annual Athletic Meeting at White City Stadium on 30 August 1958. The competition, which marked the climax of the athletic season for the LFB, brought together teams from various fire stations across London, fostering camaraderie, sportsmanship, and healthy competition among the firefighters. The photograph captures the tension and excitement of the moment as the firefighters prepare to race against each other. The winner, C Snook of Lambeth Fire Station, is seen in the foreground, poised and focused, while his competitors, L V Vandenburgh of Clerkenwell, R J H Miller of Brunswick Road, W W Pople of Edgware Road, Ms Ellinas of Kentish Town, and M E Talbot of Holloway, await their turn to challenge the leader. The race was a testament to the firefighters' physical fitness and athletic prowess, as they pushed themselves to their limits in the quest for victory. Snook crossed the finish line in an impressive time of 10.7 seconds, with Vandenburgh and Miller following closely behind. The race was not just about competition, but also about team spirit and enjoyment, as evidenced by the cheers and applause from the spectators in the stands. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, showcasing the lighter side of firefighting in the 1950s and the importance of recreation and fitness for the LFB personnel. It is a reminder of the human side of the fire service, and the ways in which firefighters found joy and camaraderie outside of their day-to-day duties.
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