Firefighters Collection (#10)

Vaquero (cowboy) of Spanish California branding a steer, c. 1850 (engraving)
7392822 Vaquero (cowboy) of Spanish California branding a steer, c.1850 (engraving) by American School, (19th century); Peter Newark Pictures

British firemen of the wartime National Fire Service fighting a fire during the Blitz, World War II
5226745 British firemen of the wartime National Fire Service fighting a fire during the Blitz, World War II, 1940s (colour litho) by Mills

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

St Clement Danes Church, Strand, London, on fire during the Blitz, World War II, 1941 (colour litho)
5226756 St Clement Danes Church, Strand, London, on fire during the Blitz, World War II, 1941 (colour litho) by Mills, Reginald (1896-1952); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Clement Danes Church)

Firemen of the wartime British National Fire Service running from a collapsing building during the Blitz, World War II
5226754 Firemen of the wartime British National Fire Service running from a collapsing building during the Blitz, World War II, 1940s (colour litho) by Mills

Firemen of the wartime British National Fire Service inspecting a large bomb crater during the Blitz, World War II
5226751 Firemen of the wartime British National Fire Service inspecting a large bomb crater during the Blitz, World War II, 1940s (colour litho) by Mills

Firefighters of wartime British National Fire Service using a mobile canteen during the Blitz, World War II
5226746 Firefighters of wartime British National Fire Service using a mobile canteen during the Blitz, World War II, 1940s (colour litho) by Mills

Firemen of the wartime British National Fire Service being alerted to the presence of a badly wounded victim of an air
5226744 Firemen of the wartime British National Fire Service being alerted to the presence of a badly wounded victim of an air raid, 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)

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Troubles in Paris (colour litho)
2818413 Troubles in Paris (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Troubles in Paris. A bus and a tram set on fire by rioters. Les troubles a Paris)

An all-female company of firefighters in Burton-on-Trent (colour litho)
2779731 An all-female company of firefighters in Burton-on-Trent (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Deeds of the Apaches (colour litho)
2779298 Deeds of the Apaches (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Deeds of the Apaches)

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

Firehouse station no. 4, Washington, D. C. 1943. Creator: Gordon Parks
Washington, D.C. Firehouse Station No. 4. Each evening, firemen from the oncoming platform and the one going off duty line up and receive instructions for the day

Firemen taking a nap in engine house number four, Washington, D. C, 1943. Creator: Gordon Parks
Washington, D.C. Firemen taking a nap in engine house number four

Mr. Churchill as a Volunteer Fireman, pictured in pyjamas and wearing a firemans helmet
STC364890 Mr. Churchill as a Volunteer Fireman, pictured in pyjamas and wearing a firemans helmet, from The Illustrated London News of August 15, 1908 (photogravure) by Begg

Heroism on Land (Fire Engine), Coventry, 1875 / 1900. Creator: Thomas Stevens
Heroism on Land (Fire Engine), Coventry, 1875/1900

Firefighters in Nuremberg, 1658 (engraving)
3646843 Firefighters in Nuremberg, 1658 (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Firefighters in Nuremberg, 1658)

How the London Fire Brigade comes to grips with its enemy (b / w photo)
3637455 How the London Fire Brigade comes to grips with its enemy (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Firemen fighting a blaze during the Blitz in London, World War II, 1940-1945 (colour litho)
6033022 Firemen fighting a blaze during the Blitz in London, World War II, 1940-1945 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The burning of the Royal Exchange in the City of London (colour litho)
819443 The burning of the Royal Exchange in the City of London (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

A group shot of firemen at Zichron Yaacov, c. 1898-1900 (b / w photo)
PEF446190 A group shot of firemen at Zichron Yaacov, c.1898-1900 (b/w photo) by Edelstein, Bernard (fl.1898-1900); Palestine Exploration Fund, London, UK; ePalestine Exploration Fund; British

Firefighters in a strange uniform (colour litho)
2808990 Firefighters in a strange uniform (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Firefighters in a strange uniform)

Centenary of the Paris fire brigade (colour litho)
2779758 Centenary of the Paris fire brigade (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Centenary of the Paris fire brigade. Le centenaire des pompiers de Paris)

A woman killed trying to escape from a burning apartment building in Marseilles (colour litho)
2779508 A woman killed trying to escape from a burning apartment building in Marseilles (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Awards ceremony for firemen in the Grand Festival Hall of Le Petit Journal in Paris (colour litho)
2779210 Awards ceremony for firemen in the Grand Festival Hall of Le Petit Journal in Paris (colour litho) by French School

On September 1, a world firefighting competition will be inaugurated at the Turin Stadium... (colour litho)
2777878 On September 1, a world firefighting competition will be inaugurated at the Turin Stadium... (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: On September 1)

An organisation of splendid efficiency - the London Fire Brigades headquarters at Winchester House, Southwark Bridge - a diagrammatic drawing of equipment, communications

A balloon crash-landing on the rooftops of Paris (colour litho)
2818521 A balloon crash-landing on the rooftops of Paris (colour litho) by Lix, Frederic Theodore (1830-97) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: A balloon crash-landing on the rooftops of Paris)

French fire fighters, military and civilians are trying to prevent fires from spreading
2606742 French fire fighters, military and civilians are trying to prevent fires from spreading after the bombings of September 2 and 3, which affected several buildings in Dunkirk

Burning of the New York Crystal Palace, pub. 1858 by Currier & Ives (colour litho)
2962099 Burning of the New York Crystal Palace, pub. 1858 by Currier & Ives (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Firemen (b / w photo)
3098681 Firemen (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Firemen. Illustration from an article on the behind the scenes workings of the Paris Opera in Le)

Clearing debris during the Blitz
This image was generated using WaterMark, designed and engineered by HighWater Designs Ltd

New firefighters breathing equipment 1907
Firefighters wearing new breathing apparatus to protect them from inhaling fumes, lasting twenty minutes

New protection for firemen 1903
The latest German novelty for protecting firemens faces from smoke inhalation. With nippers over their noses, special smoke glasses over their mouth connected to a oxygen bag hanging in front of

New protective water-spray 1903
The latest German novelty for protecting firemen from flames. Water is fed through a branch from a hose which the fireman carries for playing upon flames

Damage in the City of London (photo)
603397 Damage in the City of London (photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Damage in the City of London following a bombing raid)

Fire at Albion Mill, Blackfriars Bridge, from Ackermanns
GHL6077 Fire at Albion Mill, Blackfriars Bridge, from Ackermanns Microcosm of London c.1808-11 (aquatint) by Rowlandson, T.(1756-1827) & Pugin, A.C.(1762-1832); London Metropolitan Archives

Death of a firefighter (colour litho)
2818482 Death of a firefighter (colour litho) by Lix, Frederic Theodore (1830-97) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Death of a firefighter)

Rescue of an attempted suicide at the bridge in the Parc des Buttes-Chaumont, Paris (colour litho)
2818958 Rescue of an attempted suicide at the bridge in the Parc des Buttes-Chaumont, Paris (colour litho) by Meyer, Henri (1841-99) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

A heroic rescue (colour litho)
2784266 A heroic rescue (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: A heroic rescue. During an enemy air raid on Turin, some of our aviation officers)

Tragic night in a French convent (Colour Litho)
2783696 Tragic night in a French convent (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tragic night in a French convent)

Adams Motor Hose Truck with firemen, Findlay, Ohio, USA
Adams Motor Hose Truck with fire crew of the Kittanning Fire Department No.3, Findlay, Ohio, USA. Date: 1912

Group photo, Epsom Fire Station, Surrey. Date: circa 1910

Merryweather fire-engine 1905
New motor fire-engine just adopted by the London Fire Brigade, could do 50 h.p and was capable of delivering 500 gallons a minute. Date: 1905

London Fire Brigade extended ladder with a man standing near the top. (2 of 2) Date: circa 1930s

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"Unsung Heroes: Firefighters Saving Lives and Braving Flames" In a daring rescue, a heroic fireman risks his life to save a young girl from the clutches of a raging inferno. Amidst the chaos and danger, another brave firefighter emerges as he fearlessly rescues a little girl trapped in the midst of a devastating fire. After battling flames at St Katherines Dock, these tireless firefighters take a well-deserved tea break, recharging their spirits for future challenges. Remnants of war: A poignant image captures bomb damage on Brampton Road in Bexleyheath during World War II, showcasing firefighters' unwavering commitment to protecting lives and property. The London Fire Brigade's annual review showcases dedicated firefighters wielding hoses with precision during an intense training session at Lambeth HQ LFB150. Working tirelessly at the scene of a pub fire in Southeast London, these courageous firefighters demonstrate their unwavering determination to keep communities safe. Echoes of history: Kilgour Road bears witness to bomb damage suffered during World War II while valiant firefighters risked everything to protect their city. The Bedford Heavy Unit stands ready as part of the National Fire Service (London Region), exemplifying the strength and resilience embodied by firefighting teams across generations. Captured in action on Eagle Street in London WC1, these fearless heroes battle against towering flames with unmatched bravery and skill. Standing strong amidst the Blitz bombings during World War II, steadfast firefighters remain vigilant guardians watching over London's safety - LFB150 commemorates their dedication and sacrifice. Amidst wartime chaos in Ladywell, Lewisham, this powerful image reveals an ambulance providing aid while nearby firefighters stand ready for any emergency that may arise - reminding us that heroes come from all walks of life during times of crisis.