Fire Engine Collection (#9)

The fire brigade dealing with a fire at the garage on Halfway Street, Sidcup, Kent. 22 September 1938

Lullingstone Castle fire. A false alarm. The fire crew stand for their photo. 1937

Air Ambulance attending road traffic accident in icy weather, Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria, England, December

Silsbys Fire Engine, equipped with Hollys Patent Pump. Line engraving, American, c1870
FIRE ENGINE, c1870. Silsbys Fire Engine, equipped with Hollys Patent Pump. Line engraving, American, c1870

Country Fire Authority firemen putting out grass fire, Langley, Victoria, Australia, February

Postcard of the Ludlow Fire Department. ca. 1914, Ludlow Fire Department. Photo by McManus, Ludlow

A Five Wheel Fire Engine
New York, New York: 1913 A NYC Fire Department five wheel fire engine

CJ3 3291 Fire Engine Control Panel
This is the pump control panel of the Glenwood Springs Fire Engine 72. Resplendent with chrome knobs, dials and levers

Merryweather steam fire engine, 1880s C017 / 6903
Merryweather steam fire engine, 19th-century artwork. This is one of the steam fire engines produced by the British company Merryweather and Sons

Hydraulics and Hydrostatics C017 / 3436
Plate from 18th century encyclopedia showing illustrations of devices that utilise the sciences of hydraulics and hydrostatics. Shown are 2 types of diving bell and a fire engine

Fire engine attending a house fire C016 / 5337
Fire engine attending a house fire at night. The fire, thought to have started in a bedroom, spread to the roof of the terraced property. Photographed in Norwich, UK

Electric fire-fighting vehicle, 1893 C013 / 9129
Electric fire-fighting vehicle, 19th-century artwork. Artwork from the 12th volume (second period of 1893) of the French popular science weekly La Science Illustree

Firefighters during the American Revolution. Lithograph, 1876
VOLUNTEER FIREFIGHTERS. Firefighters during the American Revolution. Lithograph, 1876

CIVIL WAR: RICHMOND, 1865. Fire Engine No. 3 in along the road in Richmond, Virginia. Photograph, 1865

FIRE ENGINE, 1769. Fire engine used in Pennsylvania. Wood engraving from the Pennyslvania Chronicle, 6 November 1769

STEAM FIRE ENGINE, 1857. Hollys Patent Rotary Engine and Pumps. Line engraving, 19th century

FIRE ENGINE, 1862. An elaborately decorated fire engine presented by the inhabitants of the Borough of Lambeth, London. Wood engraving, English, 1862

FLOATING FIRE ENGINE, 1868. A new steamboat fire engine on the Thames River in London. Wood engraving, English, 1868

FIRE ENGINE, 1862. Merryweather and Sons Patent Steam Fire-Engine, shown at the International Exbition of 1862 in London. Wood engraving from a contemporary English newspaper

BARNUMs MUSEUM FIRE, 1865. P. T. Barnums Museum on Broadway, New York, being destroyed by fire on 13 July 1865
BARNUMs MUSEUM FIRE, 1865. P.T. Barnums Museum on Broadway, New York, being destroyed by fire on 13 July 1865. Wood engraving after A.R. Waud, from a contemporary American newspaper

CHCAGO: FIRE, 1871. The Great Fire in Chicago, 8-10 October 1871. Scene in Wells Street in front of Briggs House, which has just caught fire. Wood engraving from a contemporary American newspaper

NEW YORK: BLIZZARD OF 1888. Struggling to answer a fire alarm. Wood engraving from a contemporary American newspaper article about the blizzard of 12-14 March 1888

NEW YORK: FIREFIGHTING, 1787. A view of a fire engine at work, probably in a New York City street: line engraving, 1787. The Mutual Assurance Company of New York was organized in 1787 under the terms

FIREFIGHTING: LONDON, 1866. Wood engraving, English, 1866

FIRE ENGINE. American horse-drawn steam powered fire engine, c. 1870. Steel engraving, 19th century
FIRE ENGINE. American horse-drawn steam powered fire engine, c.1870. Steel engraving, 19th century

NEW YORK: FIRE ENGINE 1787. A view of a fire engine at work, probably in a New York City street: line engraving from the deed of settlement organizing the Mutual Asssurance Company in 1787

FIRE ENGINE, c1870 Horse-drawn and steam powered: American bank note engraving

NEW YORK CITY: FIRE, 1880. The burning of the Manhattan Market Building in New York City, 8 September 1880. Wood engraving form a contemporary American newspaper

FIRE ENGINE, 19th CENTURY. American horsedrawn steam engine, 1868. Wood engraving, 19th century

FIRE ENGINES. American horse-drawn steam powered fire engine, c. 1870. Banknote steel engraving, 19th century
FIRE ENGINES. American horse-drawn steam powered fire engine, c.1870. Banknote steel engraving, 19th century

FIREFIGHTING, c1750. Certificate of the Hand in Hand Fire Company, New York. Line engraving, c1750

FIREFIGHTING, 1787. A view of a fire engine at work, probably in a New York City street. Line engraving, 1787. The Mutual Assurance Company of New York was organized in 1787 under the terms of this

Early firefighting equipment, 1569. Historical artwork showing a British 16th century pump used to extinguish fires, with a Latin inscription at top left

Early firefighting equipment, 1678. Historical artwork showing a British 17th century pump used to extinguish fires. Water was carried in the large tub to the source of the fire

AMERICAN FIREMAN, 1903. Frames from the film Life of an American Fireman, directed by Edwin S. Porter, 1903

Dog - Black Labrador in Fire Engine
JD-18853 Dog - Black Labrador in Fire Engine John Daniels Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

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"From Lostwithiel to Cornwall: Firefighters in Action" In September 1991, the brave firefighters of Lostwithiel, Cornwall showcased their heroic efforts as they battled a fierce blaze. With determination and courage, they maneuvered their fire engine through the narrow streets, racing against time to save lives and protect property. Flashback to Pulborough Hospital Parade on 13 August 1933 - a day filled with pride and gratitude. The community gathered to honor the valiant firefighters who risked their lives daily for the safety of others. The sight of the majestic fire engine parading through town brought smiles and admiration from young and old alike. Black Labradors by Fire Engine - an endearing image capturing both loyalty and service. These faithful companions stood proudly beside their firefighting partners, ready to lend a paw whenever needed. Their presence symbolized unity between man and dog in protecting our communities. Transporting us back in time is a nostalgic photograph taken around 1910 at Rockingham Street Fire Station in Sheffield, Yorkshire. Children eagerly gathered around the fire engine, eyes wide with wonderment as they dreamed of one day becoming heroes themselves. Traveling further into history brings us to Wigan Fire Brigade in 1902 - pioneers dedicated to safeguarding their town from devastating fires. Their vintage firetruck stands tall as a testament to their commitment and resilience amidst challenging times. Tooting Fire Brigade reminds us that bravery knows no boundaries or borders; it transcends geographical locations. In Tooting, London's fearless firefighters fought relentlessly against raging infernos while relying on their trusty fire engines as vital tools of rescue. Delving deeper into America's past reveals John C. Howards livery stable and saloon on G Street in Washington D. C. , where historical events unfolded during April 1865. Amidst this backdrop lies a horse-drawn hose reel belonging to Northern Liberties Fire Company – an emblematic reminder that even in times of political turmoil, firefighters stood ready to protect and serve.