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Drills Collection (#2)

"Drills: Unveiling the Art of Preparedness in London's Rich History" Step into the past and witness the Bedford Heavy Unit in action

Background imageDrills Collection: Brighton & Hove Albion FC: Open Training Session at American Express Community Stadium (11APR23)

Brighton & Hove Albion FC: Open Training Session at American Express Community Stadium (11APR23)
Open training session, Open Day, training, drills, exercises;American Express Community Stadium; season 2022/23

Background imageDrills Collection: Open Training Session at American Express Community Stadium: Brighton & Hove Albion FC

Open Training Session at American Express Community Stadium: Brighton & Hove Albion FC, 11th April 2023
Open training session, Open Day, training, drills, exercises;American Express Community Stadium; season 2022/23

Background imageDrills Collection: Open Training Session: Brighton & Hove Albion FC at American Express Community Stadium

Open Training Session: Brighton & Hove Albion FC at American Express Community Stadium, 11 April 2023
Open training session, Open Day, training, drills, exercises;American Express Community Stadium; season 2022/23

Background imageDrills Collection: Brighton & Hove Albion FC: Open Training at American Express Community Stadium, 11APR23

Brighton & Hove Albion FC: Open Training at American Express Community Stadium, 11APR23
Open training session, Open Day, training, drills, exercises;American Express Community Stadium; season 2022/23

Background imageDrills Collection: Brighton & Hove Albion FC in Action: Open Training Session at American Express Community Stadium

Brighton & Hove Albion FC in Action: Open Training Session at American Express Community Stadium (11APR23)
Open training session, Open Day, training, drills, exercises;American Express Community Stadium; season 2022/23

Background imageDrills Collection: Brighton & Hove Albion FC 2022/23 Open Training Session at American Express Community Stadium

Brighton & Hove Albion FC 2022/23 Open Training Session at American Express Community Stadium, 11 April 2023
Open training session, Open Day, training, drills, exercises;American Express Community Stadium; season 2022/23

Background imageDrills Collection: Open Training Day: Brighton & Hove Albion FC at American Express Community Stadium, 11 April 2023

Open Training Day: Brighton & Hove Albion FC at American Express Community Stadium, 11 April 2023
Open training session, Open Day, training, drills, exercises;American Express Community Stadium; season 2022/23

Background imageDrills Collection: Open Training at American Express Community Stadium: Brighton & Hove Albion FC, 11 April 2023

Open Training at American Express Community Stadium: Brighton & Hove Albion FC, 11 April 2023
Open training session, Open Day, training, drills, exercises;American Express Community Stadium; season 2022/23

Background imageDrills Collection: Brighton & Hove Albion FC: Open Training Day at American Express Community Stadium - 11APR23

Brighton & Hove Albion FC: Open Training Day at American Express Community Stadium - 11APR23
Open training session, Open Day, training, drills, exercises, fanzone;American Express Community Stadium; season 2022/23

Background imageDrills Collection: Open Training Day at American Express Community Stadium: Behind the Scenes with Brighton & Hove

Open Training Day at American Express Community Stadium: Behind the Scenes with Brighton & Hove Albion FC (11APR23)
Open training session, Open Day, training, drills, exercises, fanzone;American Express Community Stadium; season 2022/23

Background imageDrills Collection: Behind the Scenes: Brighton & Hove Albion FC's 2022/23 Season Training at American Express

Behind the Scenes: Brighton & Hove Albion FC's 2022/23 Season Training at American Express Community Stadium
Open training session, Open Day, training, drills, exercises, fanzone;American Express Community Stadium; season 2022/23

Background imageDrills Collection: Behind the Scenes: Open Training Day at American Express Community Stadium - Brighton & Hove

Behind the Scenes: Open Training Day at American Express Community Stadium - Brighton & Hove Albion FC (11APR23)
Open training session, Open Day, training, drills, exercises, fanzone;American Express Community Stadium; season 2022/23

Background imageDrills Collection: Brighton & Hove Albion FC: Spring 2023 Open Training Day at American Express Community Stadium

Brighton & Hove Albion FC: Spring 2023 Open Training Day at American Express Community Stadium
Open training session, Open Day, training, drills, exercises, fanzone;American Express Community Stadium; season 2022/23

Background imageDrills Collection: Behind the Scenes: Brighton & Hove Albion FC Open Training Day at American Express Community

Behind the Scenes: Brighton & Hove Albion FC Open Training Day at American Express Community Stadium (11APR23)
Open training session, Open Day, training, drills, exercises, fanzone;American Express Community Stadium; season 2022/23

Background imageDrills Collection: And no wonder! H. M. Bateman cartoon

And no wonder! H. M. Bateman cartoon
" And no wonder! THE DEAR OLD LADY (as the recruits march by): Dear me, how the fine weather does bring the young fellows out to be sure

Background imageDrills Collection: LCC-LFB Metz 100 foot turntable ladder at drills

LCC-LFB Metz 100 foot turntable ladder at drills
A Metz-Leyland 85 foot turntable ladder at drill at the Headquarters station, Southwark SE1

Background imageDrills Collection: LCC-LFB rescue drills at Brigade HQ

LCC-LFB rescue drills at Brigade HQ
Two escape ladders and two hook ladders at work on the Headquarters main drill tower and firefighters performing rescues by carrying down and lowering by line using live casualties

Background imageDrills Collection: LCC-LFB Brigade HQ Annual Review hook ladder drill

LCC-LFB Brigade HQ Annual Review hook ladder drill
These coordinated hook ladders drills were a popular feature during the annual displays at Lambeth Headquarters. With one firefighter on each side of the drill tower and at every window

Background imageDrills Collection: LCC-LFB Massey Shaw fireboat, Blackfriars, London

LCC-LFB Massey Shaw fireboat, Blackfriars, London
Tied up at her Blackfriars moorings, the Massey Shaw fireboat gives a demonstration of her fire power from her Merryweather pumps

Background imageDrills Collection: LCC-LFB fireboat Gamma II with monitor in use at drill

LCC-LFB fireboat Gamma II with monitor in use at drill
The counter-weighted monitor of a London Fire Brigade fireboat in use whilst the fireboat is moored near Hungerford Bridge on the River Thames

Background imageDrills Collection: LFB fireboat Beta II at Cherry Garden Pier

LFB fireboat Beta II at Cherry Garden Pier
LCC-LFB fireboat Beta II (the sister craft to fireboat Beta) moored off its fire station at Cherry Garden Pier, Rotherhithe, SE London

Background imageDrills Collection: Two man hook ladders drills at Lambeth HQ

Two man hook ladders drills at Lambeth HQ
Four London firefighters performing two-man hook ladder drills on the Brigade headquarters nine-storey drill tower




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"Drills: Unveiling the Art of Preparedness in London's Rich History" Step into the past and witness the Bedford Heavy Unit in action, as it roars through the streets of NFS (London Region), a symbol of strength and readiness. At Brigade HQ SE1, LCC-LFB recruit firefighters undergo intense training drills, honing their skills to protect lives and property. The heat is on as they face challenges head-on, preparing themselves for any emergency that may arise. In a different era, air raid they were conducted at the iconic Windmill Theatre. Amidst glitz and glamour, performers seamlessly transitioned from captivating audiences to ensuring their safety during turbulent times. Meanwhile, skilled wheelwrights meticulously crafted cart wheels with precision. Their rhythmic hammering echoed through workshops as they prepared essential transportation tools for an ever-evolving city. A jeweler delicately sat at his bench adorned with leather covers. With utmost focus, he transformed raw materials into exquisite pieces of artistry - a testament to dedication and craftsmanship passed down through generations. Firefighters engaged in hose training drills displayed unwavering determination. They embraced teamwork while mastering techniques that would enable them to combat even the fiercest infernos with confidence and efficiency. The sight of an LCC-LFB horse-drawn 75ft turntable ladder (TL) evokes awe-inspiring admiration. This majestic apparatus stands tall as a reminder of historic firefighting methods employed by brave men who risked their lives for others' safety. Open Training on April 11th provides an opportunity for all to witness firsthand these remarkable displays of skill and bravery within London's fire service community. It serves as a reminder that preparedness is key when facing adversity head-on. Hyde Park becomes a stage where LFB water relaying drills take place - an orchestrated symphony involving hoses stretching across vast distances like lifelines connecting firefighters determinedly battling flames together. H. M.