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Brass Helmet, Lawrence Fire Brigade

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DescriptionThis is a brass fire fighters helmet which belongs to the Lawrence Volunteer Fire Brigade.

New Zealand firefighters wore this style of helmet, made by The Brass Helmet Company, beginning in the 1940s through until 1955. However, they were uncomfortable and in practical. Despite the metal heating up, it was the increasing use of electricity in New Zealand which led to the demise of the brass helmet - the brass being a conductive material. DateBetween 1st January 1940 and 31st December 1955RightsClutha Heritage and the Lawrence Fire Brigade are to be credited at any instance of reuse.Contributor Lawrence Fire Brigade.

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SubjectsFire BrigadesUniforms Clothing and AccessoriesPlaceLawrence OrganisationLawrence Volunteer Fire BrigadeOral HistoryGordon Wallis Oral History

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