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In your street in every street in built-up areas over the whole country there will be
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In your street in every street in built-up areas over the whole country there will be
In your street in every street in built-up areas over the whole country there will be strangely clad figures and machines like this one... if war comes. Its a mobile fire pump with crew in gas - proof clothing seen at yesterdays parade of 3, 000 auxiliary firemen at Birmingham. They were inspected by Mr. Geoffrey Lloyd, Under Secretary of the Home Office, and it was he who revealed the plan for fighting incendiary bombs" one of the gravest dangers of air raids.
6th March 1938
Staff
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
Birmingham
West Midlands
England
Media ID 21842557
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In this vintage print from 1938, we catch a glimpse of the preparations made by the United Kingdom to combat the looming threat of war. The image captures a scene that could be found in every street across built-up areas throughout the country. Peculiarly dressed figures and machines like the one depicted here were part of an extensive plan devised to tackle incendiary bombs, one of the gravest dangers during air raids. The photograph showcases a mobile fire pump manned by a crew clad in gas-proof clothing, providing protection against potential chemical attacks. This particular moment was captured during yesterday's parade of 3,000 auxiliary firemen at Birmingham. Mr. Geoffrey Lloyd, Under Secretary of the Home Office, inspected these brave individuals who would play a crucial role in safeguarding their communities. As tensions escalated on the eve of World War II, such scenes became increasingly common as nations prepared for conflict. This snapshot serves as a poignant reminder of both unity and resilience displayed by ordinary citizens stepping up to face extraordinary challenges. Preserved through time and now available as a historical print from Memory Lane Prints, this image offers us an insight into an era defined by war and conflict while honoring those who selflessly served their nation.
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