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Lord Snell, the Chairman of the London County Council, is presenting Fireman J W Roots with the Councils Silver Gallantry Medal in recognition of his extraordinary bravery at a fire at 5 St Peter Street, Westminster, on 29 February 1936. The presentation was made at County Hall, York Road SE1. Standing behind Lord Snell is Major Morris, Chief Fire Officer of the London Fire Brigade
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Attention Brass Bravery Chairman Chief Council Dignitary Formal Gallantry Hands Lined Major Medal Meeting Morris Official Peter Presentation Presenting Recognition Roots Rows Shake Shaking Snell Westminster 1936 Firefighter Firefighters Fireman Firemen
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In this striking photograph from the 1930s, Lord Snell, the Chairman of the London County Council, presents Fireman J.W. Roots with the Council's Silver Gallantry Medal in recognition of his extraordinary bravery at a fire that broke out at 5 St. Peter Street in Westminster on 29 February 1936. The presentation took place at County Hall, York Road SE1. Lord Snell is seen standing in formal attire, wearing a top hat and holding the Silver Gallantry Medal aloft, ready to place it around Fireman Roots' neck. Major Morris, the Chief Fire Officer of the London Fire Brigade, stands behind Lord Snell, also in uniform and wearing his helmet. Fireman Roots, dressed in full firefighting gear, stands at attention, his helmet in his hands, as he prepares to receive the medal. The atmosphere in the room is one of solemn dignity, with a row of smartly-lined firemen standing in the background, all wearing their helmets and uniforms, and giving their undivided attention to the proceedings. The brass and silver of the medals and uniforms gleam in the light, adding to the formal and official feel of the occasion. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the heroism and dedication of the firefighters of the London Fire Brigade during the 1930s, and the recognition they received for their bravery in the face of danger. It is a powerful image that captures the spirit of the time, and is a fitting tribute to the men and women who risked their lives to keep others safe.
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