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Firefighters outside a canteen van, Battersea, London
Firefighters in traditional brass helmets enjoying some refreshments outside a canteen van in Battersea Park, London, watched by a boy on roller skates. Date: 1937
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Battersea Brass Canteen Catering Enjoying Helmets Kitchen Kitchens Mobile Refreshments Roller Skates Vans Vehicles Watching 1937 Firefighter Firefighters Firefighting Fireman Firemen
10"x8" Photo Print
Add a touch of history to your walls with our exclusive Media Storehouse Photographic Print of "Firefighters outside a canteen van, Battersea, London" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image transports us back to 1937, where firefighters in traditional brass helmets take a well-deserved break outside a canteen van in Battersea Park. The scene is filled with a sense of camaraderie and community, as they share stories and laughs while being watched by a curious boy on roller skates. Bring this nostalgic moment into your home or office and start a conversation with this stunning photographic print.
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Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This evocative photograph captures a moment of respite for London Fire Brigade firefighters during a busy day in Battersea Park, London, in 1937. The firefighters, dressed in their traditional brass helmets and uniforms, are seen enjoying refreshments outside a mobile canteen van. The van, which was an essential part of the fire service's infrastructure during the 1930s, provided hot meals and drinks to the hardworking firefighters. The scene is watched by a curious boy on roller skates, adding a touch of innocence and normalcy to the otherwise intense and high-pressure environment of firefighting. The firefighters' relaxed expressions and body language suggest that this brief break is much-needed and appreciated. The photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, providing insight into the daily routine of the London Fire Brigade during the 1930s. The use of traditional brass helmets, which were phased out in the 1940s, adds to the historical significance of the image. Battersea Park, with its lush greenery and tranquil atmosphere, provides a striking contrast to the hustle and bustle of firefighting. The photograph also highlights the importance of catering services in ensuring the wellbeing and productivity of the firefighters, who were often called upon to work long hours in challenging conditions. Overall, this photograph is a poignant reminder of the human side of firefighting, and the importance of taking a moment to rest and recharge amidst the chaos and uncertainty of emergency situations.
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