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British Fifth Army at Anzio Bridhead during the Second World War
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British Fifth Army at Anzio Bridhead during the Second World War
British Fifth Army at Anzio Bridhead during the Second World War.
Despite having to attend fires day and night on the bridgehead at Anzio, Italy, men of the Army Fire Service still spend a considerable amount of time at practice.
Enemy shelling of ammunition dumps and stores keeps the Fire Service active.
Picture shows: On the nozzle of the forward hose during a practice is Pte. C. Watson of Tyne View, Slaggyford, Carlisle, assisted by Pte. J. Hotchikiss of 18 Fire Crescent, Bannockburn, Stirlingshire. Manning the rear hose is Pte. E.D. Chillingworth of South Tottenham, London, N.15 assisted by Pte. A. Pierson of 4 Ilbert Road, South Tottenham, London, N.15.
29th April 1944
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Bravery Amidst Chaos - British Fifth Army Fire Service at Anzio Bridgehead during WWII
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this photo print, we are transported back to the tumultuous days of the Second World War. Despite relentless enemy shelling and the constant threat of danger, the men of the Army Fire Service stationed at Anzio Bridgehead in Italy remain undeterred in their commitment to practice and preparedness. The image captures a moment of respite amidst chaos as these brave soldiers take time out from attending fires day and night to hone their firefighting skills. Pte. C. Watson from Tyne View, Slaggyford, Carlisle stands firmly on the nozzle of a forward hose while being assisted by Pte. J. Hotchikiss from 18 Fire Crescent, Bannockburn, Stirlingshire. Meanwhile, Pte. E. D Chillingworth hailing from South Tottenham, London mans the rear hose with assistance from Pte. A Pierson of Ilbert Road in South Tottenham as well. Their dedication is awe-inspiring; even amid constant enemy attacks on ammunition dumps and stores that keep them active round-the-clock. This poignant snapshot serves as a testament to the unwavering spirit and resilience exhibited by these courageous firefighters who risked their lives daily for their fellow comrades during one of history's darkest chapters. As we reflect upon this remarkable image captured on April 29th, 1944 - it serves as a reminder not only of their bravery
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