Fire Department Collection

City of Chicago Fire Department station in Chinatown, Illinois

The firemans kiss (colour litho)
2779992 The firemans kiss (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The firemans kiss. A curious New Years Day tradition in Parisian theatres)

Firemen neutralize a fire
May 23, 2007 - Firemen neutralize a fire during a field training exercise at Shaw Air Force Base, South Carolina

Firefighter carries a charged hose across the flight deck of USS Denver
East China Sea, September 27, 2011 - Aviation Support Equipment Technician carries a charged hose across the flight deck of the forward-deployed amphibious transport dock ship USS Denver (LPD 9)

U. S. Marine firefighters stand ready during annual training
July 25, 2011 - U.S. Marine firefighters with Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Yuma aircraft rescue and firefighting team stand ready to assist their counterparts from Marine Wing Support Squadron

Firemen studying auto motor, between c1910 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
Firemen studying auto motor, between c1910 and c1915.

Mayor Gaynor turning in alarm 3/20/13, 1913. Creator: Bain News Service
Mayor Gaynor turning in alarm 3/20/13, 1913.

Gaynor & Waldo, between c1910 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
Gaynor & Waldo, between c1910 and c1915.

Un incendie chex un editeur. Illustration for Le Pele-Mele, 1906 (colour litho)
3101435 Un incendie chex un editeur. Illustration for Le Pele-Mele, 1906 (colour litho) by Kern, Leon (1883-1953); Private Collection; (add.info.: Un incendie chex un editeur)

North Staffordshire 0-6-0 steam locomotive with driver and fireman on the footplate. 19th century (photo)
540421 North Staffordshire 0-6-0 steam locomotive with driver and fireman on the footplate. 19th century (photo); Universal History Archive/UIG

Spain (19th c.). Fireman of the royalist volunteers of Madrid. Etching. SPAIN. MADRID (AUTONOMOUS COMMUNITY). Madrid
CUL4878930 Spain (19th c.). Fireman of the royalist volunteers of Madrid. Etching. SPAIN. MADRID (AUTONOMOUS COMMUNITY). Madrid

Street scene in an Italian city, a man on a balcony observes the crowd in the street
FGL5498449 Street scene in an Italian city, a man on a balcony observes the crowd in the street, among which is found firefighters and law enforcement forces. Early 20th century; Fototeca Gilardi

Fireman's coat (leather)
PEM205159 Fireman's coat (leather) by Japanese School; length:95 cm; Peabody Essex Museum, Salem, Massachusetts, USA

Torchlight Demonstration of Firemen at Fredericton, New Brunswick, 1858. Creator: Unknown
Torchlight Demonstration of Firemen at Fredericton, New Brunswick, [Canada], 1858....a demonstration...in honour of Queen Victoria's birthday...[one of] the many proofs of the loyalty of our

Taniscot Engine House Sign, 1935/1942. Creator: Curry M. Bartlett
Taniscot Engine House Sign, 1935/1942

Firemark, c. 1938. Creator: Donald Williams
Firemark, c. 1938

Fireman's Hat, 1938. Creator: Robert Tardiff
Fireman's Hat, 1938

Fire Rail, c. 1936. Creator: James O'Mara
Fire Rail, c. 1936

Fireman's Hat, 1937. Creator: Lang, William
Fireman's Hat, 1937

Fireman's Bucket, c. 1940. Creator: Georgina King
Fireman's Bucket, c. 1940

Fire Bucket, c. 1939. Creator: Marion E. Herrick
Fire Bucket, c. 1939

Fireman's Hat, c. 1937. Creator: Page Coffman
Fireman's Hat, c. 1937

Leather Fire Bucket, c. 1939. Creator: Page Coffman
Leather Fire Bucket, c. 1939

Fireman's Belt, 1938. Creator: George Bobholz
Fireman's Belt, 1938

Firemark, c. 1937. Creator: Herman Bader
Firemark, c. 1937

Firemark, c. 1937. Creator: Herman Bader
Firemark, c. 1937

Firemark, c. 1937. Creator: Herman Bader
Firemark, c. 1937

New York
Kurt Klein

Bombing of Paris, 12 March 1918
3784830 Bombing of Paris, 12 March 1918; (add.info.: Bombing of Paris, 12 March 1918. During WW1. Showing Rue de Rivoli after a raid by German Gotha bombers ('raid de Gothas')

Red II
Leah Guo

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The Best Friend of Charleston, from The History of Our Country, published 1905 (litho)
2657619 The Best Friend of Charleston, from The History of Our Country, published 1905 (litho) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Exercise for rescuing fire patients in a Berlin hospital, fire brigade, Germany, fire drill, historical
1900s, 19th-century, action, activities, activity, aid organisation, aid organisations, aid organization, art work, arts, artwork, artworks, athletic, black, black-and-white, black-white, burn

Fires in the City of London around St Paul's Cathedral during the Blitz, World War II, 1940s (colour litho)
5226760 Fires in the City of London around St Paul's Cathedral during the Blitz, World War II, 1940s (colour litho) by Mills

Fire in a factory in Saint-Denis (colour litho)
2819071 Fire in a factory in Saint-Denis (colour litho) by Damblans, Eugene (1865-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fire in a factory in Saint-Denis, Paris. Incendie d'usine a Saint-Denis)

Exercise for rescuing fire patients in a Berlin hospital, fire brigade, Germany, fire drill
7279105 Exercise for rescuing fire patients in a Berlin hospital, fire brigade, Germany, fire drill by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The fire at the Benedictine distillery in Fecamp, France
7278786 The fire at the Benedictine distillery in Fecamp, France by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The fire at the Benedictine distillery in Fecamp, France)

An Omnibus Fire Pump, 1870, Historic, Digital Reproduction of an Original 19th century Original
7279231 An Omnibus Fire Pump, 1870, Historic, Digital Reproduction of an Original 19th century Original by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: An Omnibus Fire Pump, 1870)

The American fireman
2624066 The American fireman by Currier, N. (1813-88) and Ives, J.M. (1824-95); (add.info.: The American fireman: prompt to the rescue)

Fireman, Woman Of The Future (b / w photo)
3092908 Fireman, Woman Of The Future (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fireman, Woman Of The Future)

Firemans Muster, Merrimack Square, Manchester, New Hampshire, 1859 (colour litho)
AQS257132 Firemans Muster, Merrimack Square, Manchester, New Hampshire, 1859 (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); American Antiquarian Society, Worcester, Massachusetts

Apache achievements, illustration from Le Petit Journal, supplement illustre, 26th May 1907 (colour litho)
XIR346320 Apache achievements, illustration from Le Petit Journal, supplement illustre, 26th May 1907 (colour litho) by French School

Heros d interieur. Illustration for Le Pele-Mele, 1906 (colour litho)
3101429 Heros d interieur. Illustration for Le Pele-Mele, 1906 (colour litho) by Rabier, Benjamin (1869-1939); Private Collection; (add.info.: Heros d interieur)

Firemen fight burning building on 14th St. New York City, 1909 (b / w photo)
5042940 Firemen fight burning building on 14th St. New York City, 1909 (b/w photo) by Bain, George Grantham - Bain News Service (1865-1944); Private Collection

Firemen spraying burning building on 14th St. New York City, 1909 (b / w photo)
5042939 Firemen spraying burning building on 14th St. New York City, 1909 (b/w photo) by Bain, George Grantham - Bain News Service (1865-1944); Private Collection

A visit to the Bank of France (litho)
1039336 A visit to the Bank of France (litho) by Lanos, Henri (1859-1929); Private Collection; (add.info.: A visit to the Bank of France)

Gulliver urinates on flames to extinguish the fire of the palace of the Empress of Lilliput, 1940 (illustration)
7144559 Gulliver urinates on flames to extinguish the fire of the palace of the Empress of Lilliput, 1940 (illustration) by Timar

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"Heroes in Action: The Brave Firefighters of the City of Chicago Fire Department" In the heart of Chinatown, Illinois, stands a beacon of hope and safety - the City of Chicago Fire Department station. With their unwavering dedication and courage, these firefighters are always ready to neutralize any fire that threatens their community. From towering infernos to smoldering embers, these brave men and women fearlessly face danger head-on. Witness as they carry charged hoses across the flight deck of USS Denver, battling flames on land and sea alike. Even U. S. Marine firefighters stand tall during annual training exercises, prepared to protect lives and property at a moment's notice. The legacy of firefighting stretches far back into history. In 1905, "The Best Friend of Charleston" showcased the valorous efforts made by our predecessors in protecting our country from devastating fires. Fast forward to Berlin in the 19th century; an exercise for rescuing fire patients in a hospital demonstrates how fire brigades have evolved over time. Reflecting on heritage attire worn by German firefighters in 1899 reminds us that bravery knows no bounds or era. These historical reproductions showcase not only their commitment but also pay homage to those who came before them. Firefighters transcend borders too. Istanbul witnessed its own heroes around 1870 when Kontantinople was still known as Constantinople. Digitally restored reproductions transport us back to an era where selflessness knew no boundaries. As we delve into history further, we cannot forget London's resilience during World War II's Blitz bombings. Fires ravaged St Paul's Cathedral surroundings; yet amidst chaos and destruction emerged heroes clad in red suits - symbols of hope amidst darkness. Whether it be past or present, firefighting remains an honorable profession filled with courageous individuals who put their lives on the line daily for others' safety.