Fire Service Collection (page 2)

Fire-Fighting Appliances: Factory Pattern Manual Fire-Engine, 1885 (colour litho)
8665652 Fire-Fighting Appliances: Factory Pattern Manual Fire-Engine, 1885 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Factory Pattern Manual Fire-Engine, 1885)

Fire-Fighting Appliances: Fireman of Royal Exchange Association, 1832 (colour litho)
8665634 Fire-Fighting Appliances: Fireman of Royal Exchange Association, 1832 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fireman of Royal Exchange Association)

Fire-Fighting Appliances: Direct-Acting Fire-Engine, 1865 (colour litho)
8665632 Fire-Fighting Appliances: Direct-Acting Fire-Engine, 1865 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Direct-Acting Fire-Engine, 1865)

Fire-Fighting Appliances: The First Steam Fire-Engine, 1830 (colour litho)
8665624 Fire-Fighting Appliances: The First Steam Fire-Engine, 1830 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The First Steam Fire-Engine, 1830)

Fire-Fighting Appliances: Typical American Fire Engine, 1880-90 (colour litho)
8665701 Fire-Fighting Appliances: Typical American Fire Engine, 1880-90 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Typical American Fire Engine, 1880-90)

Fire-Fighting Appliances: Modern "Three-in-One" Motor Fire-Engine (colour litho)
8665694 Fire-Fighting Appliances: Modern "Three-in-One" Motor Fire-Engine (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Fire-Fighting Appliances: "Paris" Type Manual Fire-Engine, 1900 (colour litho)
8665665 Fire-Fighting Appliances: "Paris" Type Manual Fire-Engine, 1900 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Fire-Fighting Appliances: Operating Hose from Water-Tower (colour litho)
8665660 Fire-Fighting Appliances: Operating Hose from Water-Tower (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Operating Hose from Water-Tower)

Trades: Fireman (colour litho)
8641503 Trades: Fireman (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fireman. Illustration for one of a set of playing cards used in the game Jack of All Trades)

The brave fireman (engraving)
8652558 The brave fireman (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The brave fireman. Illustration for Home Words (1884).); © Look and Learn

W. Robert's Portable Hand Engine in Running Order, 1862
7125120 W. Robert's Portable Hand Engine in Running Order, 1862; (add.info.: W. Robert's Portable Hand Engine in Running Order)

French fireman and civilian overcome by fumes during a fire, 1899
3480877 French fireman and civilian overcome by fumes during a fire, 1899; (add.info.: Illustration showing French fireman and civilian overcome by fumes during a fire)

Control room of a fire station (b/w photo)
8626058 Control room of a fire station (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Control room of a fire station where emergency calls are received)

Fire-Fighting Appliances: "Monitor" on Motor Fire-Float "Beta III" (colour litho)
8665712 Fire-Fighting Appliances: "Monitor" on Motor Fire-Float "Beta III" (colour litho) by English School

Fire-Fighting Appliances: Fire-Escape Ladder and Canvas Chute, 1884 (colour litho)
8665670 Fire-Fighting Appliances: Fire-Escape Ladder and Canvas Chute, 1884 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fire-Escape Ladder and Canvas Chute)

Fire-Fighting Appliances: "Hatfield" Trailer Motor Fire-Pump (colour litho)
8665666 Fire-Fighting Appliances: "Hatfield" Trailer Motor Fire-Pump (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Fire-Fighting Appliances: "Ideal" "First-Aid" Fire-Appliances (colour litho)
8665657 Fire-Fighting Appliances: "Ideal" "First-Aid" Fire-Appliances (colour litho) by English School

Fire-Fighting Appliances: Motor Side-Car Hose and Ladder Carriage, 1910 (colour litho)
8665656 Fire-Fighting Appliances: Motor Side-Car Hose and Ladder Carriage, 1910 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Fire-Fighting Appliances: Motor "Combination" "First-Aid" Appliance, 1903 (colour litho)
8665651 Fire-Fighting Appliances: Motor "Combination" "First-Aid" Appliance, 1903 (colour litho) by English School

Fire-Fighting Appliances: "Valiant" Portable Steam Pump, 1883 (colour litho)
8665646 Fire-Fighting Appliances: "Valiant" Portable Steam Pump, 1883 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Fire-Fighting Appliances: Fire Appliances, 1735 (colour litho)
8665641 Fire-Fighting Appliances: Fire Appliances, 1735 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fire Appliances, 1735)

Fire-Fighting Appliances: Small Manual Fire-Engine, 1870 (colour litho)
8665633 Fire-Fighting Appliances: Small Manual Fire-Engine, 1870 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Small Manual Fire-Engine, 1870)

Fire-Fighting Appliances: National Fire-Escape in use, 1846 (colour litho)
8665627 Fire-Fighting Appliances: National Fire-Escape in use, 1846 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: National Fire-Escape in use, 1846)

Fire-Fighting Appliances: Newsham's Fire-Engine, 1721 (colour litho)
8665621 Fire-Fighting Appliances: Newsham's Fire-Engine, 1721 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Newsham's Fire-Engine, 1721)

Two young men in civilian suits, 1892. Creator: Bogdanovich
Two young men in civilian suits, 1892. This collection of photographs and documents from the private archive of Sergei Mikhailovich Chashchin relates to the establishment of a firefighting service in

A young man in a military jacket, probably the son of A.F. Domishkevich, late 19th-early 20th cent. Creator: Unknown
A young man in a military jacket, probably the son of A.F. Domishkevich, late 19th cent - early 20th cent. This collection of photographs

Gymnasium students of the Irkutsk gymnasium... late 19th cent - early 20th cent. Creator: Unknown
Gymnasium students of the Irkutsk gymnasium, probably children of A.F. Domishkevich, late 19th cent - early 20th cent. This collection of photographs

Irkutsk Voluntary Fire Society. Community squad and police team, 1894 Creator: R Prorokov
Irkutsk Voluntary Fire Society. Community squad and police team, 1894. This collection of photographs and documents from the private archive of Sergei Mikhailovich Chashchin relates to

A young man in a fireman's uniform (overcoat and hat), late 19th cent - early 20th cent Creator: Shnee
A young man in a fireman's uniform (overcoat and hat), late 19th cent - early 20th cent. This collection of photographs

Firefighter A.F. Domishkevich in uniform, late 19th cent - early 20th cent. Creator: Til Serebrin
Firefighter A.F. Domishkevich in uniform, late 19th cent - early 20th cent. This collection of photographs and documents from the private archive of Sergei Mikhailovich Chashchin relates to

Convoy of the Irkutsk Voluntary Fire Society, 1894. Creator: R Prorokov
Convoy of the Irkutsk Voluntary Fire Society, 1894. This collection of photographs and documents from the private archive of Sergei Mikhailovich Chashchin relates to the establishment of a

Squad of the Irkutsk Voluntary Fire Society, 1894. Creator: R Prorokov
Squad of the Irkutsk Voluntary Fire Society, 1894. This collection of photographs and documents from the private archive of Sergei Mikhailovich Chashchin relates to the establishment of a

Irkutsk Voluntary Fire Society. Society Council, 1894. Creator: R Prorokov
Irkutsk Voluntary Fire Society. Society Council, 1894. This collection of photographs and documents from the private archive of Sergei Mikhailovich Chashchin relates to the establishment of a

Irkutsk police fire brigade. Review of the first part, 1894. Creator: R Prorokov
Irkutsk police fire brigade. Review of the first part, 1894. This collection of photographs and documents from the private archive of Sergei Mikhailovich Chashchin relates to the establishment of a

Irkutsk police fire brigade. Convoy of the second division, 1894. Creator: R Prorokov
Irkutsk police fire brigade. Convoy of the second division, 1894. This collection of photographs and documents from the private archive of Sergei Mikhailovich Chashchin relates to the establishment

Irkutsk police fire brigade. Convoy of the third part, 1894. Creator: R Prorokov
Irkutsk police fire brigade. Convoy of the third part 1894. This collection of photographs and documents from the private archive of Sergei Mikhailovich Chashchin relates to the establishment of a

Irkutsk Voluntary Fire Society. Zeichmester of the society A.I. Andreev... 1894. Creator: R Prorokov
Irkutsk Voluntary Fire Society. Zeichmester of the society A.I. Andreev, member of the council P.N. Verkhovinsky, head of the Society's hunters D.A. Benkogenov, chairman of the society I.F

A young man in a civilian suit, late 19th cent - early 20th cent. Creator: PA Milevskii
A young man in a civilian suit, late 19th cent - early 20th cent. This collection of photographs and documents from the private archive of Sergei Mikhailovich Chashchin relates to the establishment

Irkutsk police fire brigade. Exercise with a rescue sheet and a rescue basket, 1894. Creator: R Prorokov
Irkutsk police fire brigade. Exercise with a rescue sheet and a rescue basket, 1894. This collection of photographs and documents from the private archive of Sergei Mikhailovich Chashchin relates to

Firefighter A.F. Domishkevich in uniform, late 19th cent - early 20th cent. Creator: PA Milevskii
Firefighter A.F. Domishkevich in uniform, late 19th cent - early 20th cent. This collection of photographs and documents from the private archive of Sergei Mikhailovich Chashchin relates to

An elderly woman, a young man in a civilian suit and two. late 19th cent - early 20th cent. Creator: PA Milevskii
A photograph of an elderly woman, a young man in a civilian suit and two standing girls. late 19th cent - early 20th cent

Irkutsk police fire brigade. Uniform: home uniform, fire-work uniform, dress uniform, 1894. Creator: R Prorokov
Irkutsk police fire brigade. Uniform: home uniform, fire-work uniform, dress uniform, 1894. This collection of photographs

Irkutsk police fire brigade. Steam fire pipe and Arsenal well, 1894. Creator: R Prorokov
Irkutsk police fire brigade. Steam fire pipe and Arsenal well, 1894. This collection of photographs and documents from the private archive of Sergei Mikhailovich Chashchin relates to

Irkutsk police fire brigade. Exercise with tarpaulins, shields, crowbar and hooks, 1894. Creator: R Prorokov
Irkutsk police fire brigade. Exercise with tarpaulins, shields, crowbar and hooks, 1894. This collection of photographs and documents from the private archive of Sergei Mikhailovich Chashchin relates

Irkutsk police fire brigade. Exercise with ladders and hooks, 1894. Creator: R Prorokov
Irkutsk police fire brigade. Exercise with ladders and hooks, 1894. This collection of photographs and documents from the private archive of Sergei Mikhailovich Chashchin relates to the establishment

Irkutsk Voluntary Fire Society. Prayer service on July 8, 1894.... 1894. Creator: R Prorokov
Irkutsk Voluntary Fire Society. Prayer service on July 8, 1894 (the first annual holiday of the society), 1894. This collection of photographs

Teenage Boy in Uniform, late 19th cent - early 20th cent. Creator: IV Bulatov
Teenage Boy in Uniform, late 19th cent - early 20th cent. This collection of photographs and documents from the private archive of Sergei Mikhailovich Chashchin relates to the establishment of a

Young Woman with Two Children, late 19th cent - early 20th cent. Creator: IV Bulatov
Young Woman with Two Children, late 19th cent - early 20th cent. This collection of photographs and documents from the private archive of Sergei Mikhailovich Chashchin relates to the establishment of

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"Preserving Lives and Heritage: A Glimpse into the Fire Service's Rich History" Step back in time to the early 1900s, where Rockingham Street Fire Station proudly stood as a symbol of safety in Sheffield, Yorkshire. The City of Sheffield Fire Brigade, with their unwavering dedication, protected the community during challenging times. In the 1920s, firemen donned breathing apparatuses as they fearlessly battled infernos that threatened lives and properties. Their courage knew no bounds as they faced danger head-on to keep their cities safe. Truro Fire Brigade exemplified this bravery on Lemon Street in Cornwall on that fateful day of November 10th, 1923. Sheffield's fireman embodied resilience and strength while serving their city. They were pillars of support when disaster struck, ensuring that no flames would go unchecked or lives left unprotected. London Fire Brigade's iconic black-and-white photograph from 1895 captures a group of dedicated firemen alongside their trusty engine and turncocks. These brave souls formed an unbreakable bond with one another while safeguarding Londoners against raging fires. Even royalty recognized the importance of these courageous individuals who risked everything for public safety. The Duke and Duchess of York reviewed the London Fire Brigade on Clapham Common—a testament to how highly esteemed these heroes were by all walks of life. Fire—both destructive yet mesmerizingly powerful—is an ever-present threat that requires constant vigilance from our firefighting heroes. Truro Fire Brigade once again sprang into action on Lemon Street in Cornwall during another devastating incident on November 10th, 1923—showcasing their unwavering commitment to protecting communities even amidst adversity. But it is not only fires that pose challenges; natural disasters like flooding can wreak havoc too. Queen Street in Lostwithiel became a battleground against rising waters in November 1986—a reminder of the fire service's versatility and readiness to face any calamity head-on.