WWII Lancashire: Ghost Signs of the Home Front (1)
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WWII Lancashire: Ghost Signs of the Home Front (1)
Image: © Mike Searle Taken: 12 Aug 2021
- "Fire Watchers Alarm Bell" - junction of Dale Street and China Lane, Manchester As well as the Home Guard, and ARP wardens, there was also the Fire Guard, paid fire watchers who were employed by businesses to keep a watch for fires throughout the night. At these premises there was a dedicated fire alarm bell for the fire watcher. Image
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Image Location
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53.480745
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-2.232616