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LCC-LFB Camden Town fire station, NW London
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LCC-LFB Camden Town fire station, NW London
Camden Town fire station, one of the last stations built for the Metropolitan Fire Brigade in 1885. Call sign A3, and then A22, Camden Town was closed in the late 1960s with the opening of the new Paddington and Kentish Town fire stations
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This evocative photograph captures the historic Camden Town fire station in northwest London, one of the last buildings erected for the Metropolitan Fire Brigade in 1885. With its distinctive red brick facade and ornate detailing, the fire station stands proudly amidst the bustling streets of Camden Town. The station, which once served as a vital emergency response center for the community, was identified by the call signs A3 and later A22. Camden Town fire station was a crucial part of the London Fire Brigade's network, providing essential firefighting services to the area for over eight decades. The photograph transports us back to the 1950s and 60s, an era when firefighting was a hands-on, community-focused endeavor. Firefighters, dressed in their traditional uniforms, could be seen responding to emergencies around the clock, often working tirelessly to save lives and protect property. Sadly, with the opening of new fire stations in Paddington and Kentish Town, Camden Town fire station was closed in the late 1960s. Today, the building stands as a reminder of the rich history of the London Fire Brigade and the essential role that fire stations played in the lives of Londoners. This photograph, taken from the Mary Evans Picture Library, offers a unique glimpse into the past, providing a fascinating insight into the world of firefighting in London during the 1950s and 60s.
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