Ronald Henderson
British Steam Fire Engines
- ISBN 13:
- 9781445657790
- author:
- Ronald Henderson
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Amberley Publishing
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2016
- Pages:
- 128
- Dimensions:
- 16.3 x 0.8 x 23.1 cm
- Genre:
- Science & Nature, Engineering & Technology, Automotive, Ronald Henderson,British Steam Fire Engines,Amberley Publishing,1445657791,Transportation,Automotive,History / Britain, Ireland,Automotive - General,History/Europe - Great Britain - General,Road
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
British Steam Fire Engines
Discover the fascinating story behind the development of early British steam fire engines. This comprehensive history explores the innovations that harnessed steam to improve firefighting services, from pioneering firms like Braithwaite & Ericsson and Merryweather & Sons.
With a focus on the key inventions and their impact on modern fire engines, this book is a worthwhile read for anyone interested in early industrial technology and the evolution of emergency services vehicles.
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