Waterproof Collection (#7)

Firefighters in breathing apparatus
LFB firefighters in breathing apparatus, taking salt tablets for rehydration after attending a fire. Date: circa 1950s

Car in basement, Claverton Street, London SW1
LFB Special Service attempting to lift a car from a basement in Claverton Street, London SW1, on 24 July 1958. It was a difficult exercise, as the car kept getting caught on masonry, etc

Firefighters on refreshment break, Wapping, East London
Firefighters on a refreshment break next to a canteen van at Wapping, East London, during a serious fire on 25 September 1935. Date: 1935

LFB firefighter in a hurry, with coat and helmet
LFB firefighter in a hurry, running with his coat on one hand and his helmet in the other

LFB firefighters in multi-hose display
LFB firefighters in a multi-hose display at headquarters, with pumping machine and vehicle

AFS worker with emergency appliance, WW2
An Auxiliary Fire Service worker with an emergency appliance. Date: 1940s

AFS workers with emergency appliance, WW2
Three Auxiliary Fire Service workers loading an emergency appliance into a vehicle. Date: 1940s

LFB firefighters extinguishing oil can fire
Two LFB firefighters extinguishing an oil can fire

Firefighters taking part in a hose training drill
Two firefighters taking part in a hose training drill

Firefighter adjusting turntable ladder mechanism

NFS firefighting crew with enclosed pump vehicle

LFB firefighting crew with open pump vehicle. One of them is holding a trophy

Lord Mayor of London presenting a cup, WW2
The Lord Mayor of London, Sir George Wilkinson, presenting a cup to a firefighter on 28 August 1941. Date: 1941

AFS men stationed at Brixton, WW2
Four AFS (Auxiliary Fire Service) men stationed at Brixton during the Second World War. The man on the left is Jack Hall. The photo is believed to have been taken outside William Penn School

Firefighter taking part in a hose training drill

Firefighter using hook belt at top of ladder
Firefighter using his hook belt at the top of a ladder

Two firemen modelling waterproof leggings
Two jovial firemen modelling waterproof leggings

LCC-LFB mobile control unit, with a fireman making adjustments

Crew of firefighters in action, WW2
A crew of firefighters in action during the Second World War. Date: 1940s

London Fire Brigade with canteen van, WW2
London Fire Brigade crew enjoying a mug of tea outside a canteen van during the Second World War. Date: circa 1940s

London firefighters with hosepipes
London firefighters with their hosepipes trained on a building, with a fire engine and water supply on the street below

Dri-ped advertisement with WaC women, WW1
Advertisement for Dri-Ped waterproof leather footwear with an illustration depicting a group of women of the Womens Army Auxiliary Corps loading a cargo of Dri-Ped boxes at the docks. Date: 1918

Zambrene weatherproofs advertisement, 1918
Advertisement for Zambrene weatherproof coats showing a young woman taking her dog for a walk n a windswept beach. Date: 1918

Combined poncho and ground-sheet, WW1
Advertisement for the untearable combination poncho and ground-sheet, for dealing with unspeakably awful wet and rainy conditions at the front

Man and woman of the Auxiliary Fire Service, WW2
A man and woman of the Auxiliary Fire Service (AFS) during the Second World War

Rainaway Conduit Coat
The Rainaway Conduit Coat at Kenneth Durward s. It is 48 inches long and cut with a very deep sleeve; it is an ideal coat for motoring and absolutely waterproof

A life bag - life saving device, WW1
An ingenious invention by a young Norwegian, Mr John L. Edmund to enable passengers on board ships wrecked or torpedoed to keep afloat until the arrival of help

Burberry Burfron coat advertisement, WW1
Advertisement for the Burfron weatherproof coat from Burberrys, ideal for the trenches, for airmen, for mounted men and for the motor cyclist. Date: 1916

British troops watching shelling, Western Front, WW1
British troops watching shelling on German trenches on the Western Front in France (Somme advance) during World War One. Date: circa 1916

British working party in rain, Western Front, WW1
A working party of British soldiers about to set off in the rain, wearing waterproof sheets and trench waders, on the Western Front during World War One. Date: circa 1916

Captain Robert Hook, lifeboatman
Coxswain Robert William Hook (1828 -1911) of the Lowestoft lifeboat Samuel Plimsoll, the saviour of more than 200 lives. Pictured here at Lowestoft harbour entrance in 1883, in a heroic pose

Advert for Burberry waterproof overcoats 1923
Overcoats are Burberrys speciality, and a coat purchased at Burberrys presents, from every aspect, the highest possible return in overcoat values. 1923

Advert for E. Johnson chrome leather ulster 1923
Winter motoring, for men and women who motors in the cold winter months, either for work or pleasure, a warm leather ulster is indispensable

Advert for Aquascutum coats 1934
Aquascutum raincoats, overcoats and macintoshes. Date: 1934

Advert for Burberry weatherproof top coat 1914
Advertisement for the Burberry weatherproof top coat or raincoat, designed for use in town and country. Showing a man in coat, bowler hat and trousers with turnups. 1914

Harrods advertisement, Leather Cuirass, WWI
Harrods advertisement from 1915, specifically for the O.W. Leather Cuirass, a sort of protective jerkin - waterproof, windproof and when fastened up completely, fully protects ALL the vital organs

Courtaulds waterproof crape for mourning, 1915
Advertisement for Courtaulds Waterproof crape, available in the usual firm finish, or in a soft finish. Ideal for fashionable mourning and obtained from the leading drapers of the world. Date: 1915

Advertisement for Burberry weatherproof clothes, showing a young woman leaning against a country wall in a jacket and long skirt described as a shooting gown

Method of saving submarine seamen by G. H. Davis
Our own method of saving submarine seamen. Showing two divers wearing the recently invented copper helmet and waterproof jacket

Advert for Leysea bathing caps 1934
The Leysea bathing cap. Comfortable and smart, it has " Nautilus" shell earpieces which give distinction to the cap, and ease to the ears. 1934

Advert for Aquascutum weatherproof coats 1923
Reliability in rain is the first attribute of an Aquascutum - familiarly called a " scutum". Date: 1923

Rainy Day by Muriel Dawson -- a little girl in a bright red raincoat with her pet dog. Date: 1939

Advert for Flamingo raincoats 1935
The latest aquatite production- the Flamingo light weight raincoat. Rubber-less odourless, hygienic and self-ventilating. The Flamingo tripple-proofed fashion coat folds or rolls into a very small

Woman out riding, Portree, Isle of Skye, Scotland
Woman out riding with two ponies on a rainy day in Portree, Isle of Skye, Scotland. Date: 1926

WWI - Officer of the German Hunters Date: 1914

Advert for Peter Robinsons men & women accessories 1915
Suggestion of practical christmas gifts for the lady and gentleman. 1915

Advert for Burberry overcoats 1928
3 Burberry overcoats that provide double service overcoats and weatherproof in one garment. 1928

Four children on a seaside holiday, building a sandcastle on the beach. Date: (insert)

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"Waterproof: A Journey Through Time and Elements" Rolex Precision Watches 1937: Pioneering the concept timepieces, Rolex revolutionized precision watches in 1937. Advert for The Rolex Oyster Waterproof Wrist Watch 1930: Captivating the world with its innovative design, this advert showcased the first-ever waterproof wristwatch by Rolex. People Salmon Netting at Bideford, Devon: Embracing nature's elements, locals engage in salmon netting activities while relying on their trusty waterproof gear. Karlovy Vary, Czech Republic - The Sprudel at the Spa: Visitors indulge in therapeutic mineral water treatments at Karlovy Vary's famous Sprudel spa, where even water is celebrated for its healing properties. Firefighters Taking Part in a Hose Training Drill: Equipped with reliable waterproof gear, firefighters train rigorously to combat blazes and protect lives amidst challenging conditions. Brixham Fishing Trawler Provident at Sea: Battling treacherous waves and unpredictable weather conditions, fishing trawlers like Provident rely on their sturdy construction to stay afloat during demanding expeditions. Chinese Farmer with Palmleaf Raincoat Carrying Hoe: In rural China, resourceful farmers utilize traditional palmleaf raincoats to shield themselves from downpours while continuing their daily tasks undeterred. Firefighters Outside Mobile Kitchen During WW2: Amidst wartime challenges, firefighters demonstrate resilience as they gather outside mobile kitchens equipped to provide sustenance even under adverse weather conditions. Man Fishing at Fingle Bridge Dartmoor National Park Devon: Immersed in tranquility within Dartmoor National Park's picturesque landscapes, an angler embraces his passion for fishing regardless of changing weather patterns thanks to his dependable waterproof gear. Illustration of Person Stepping into Puddle of Mud with Red Wellington Boots.