An old engraving showing firemen wearing both their standard uniform and fire protective clothing in UK in the mid 1800s. The uniformed man carries a fire-hose. The man in protective gear carries an axe. He is supplied with air to breath via a hose and also has a lamp attached to his clothing.


An old engraving showing firemen wearing both their standard uniform and fire protective clothing in UK in the mid 1800s. The uniformed man carries a fire-hose. The man in protective gear carries an axe. He is supplied with air to breath via a hose and also has a lamp attached to his clothing.


Size: 3071px × 2579px
Location: UK
Photo credit: © M&N / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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