The Type 12 frigate HMS Falmouth (1959). In the main passageway between 49 and 61½ stations on 2 deck.

On board the Type 12 frigate HMS Falmouth (1959) alongside the Swan, Hunter & Wigham Richardson Ltd fitting out berth at Wallsend on the River Tyne between 1 and 25 July 1961. The photographer is in the main passageway, known as the Burma Road, between 49 and 61½ stations on 2 deck looking to port and slightly aft from 49 station showing a breathing apparatus cabinet, a Nu-Swift fire extinguisher and four Nu-Swift fire extinguisher cartridges on the left. In the alcove are a starter panel for the supply fan, three fuse panels, a fire main angled stand pipe, a portable pump, a cable reel, an emergency change over switch and connection box, an emergency connection box, a power panel and a notice re use of safety lamps. The watertight hatch leading down to the engine room is open. The watertight door at 49 station on the right is also open.

Object Details

ID: N65798
Collection: Historic Photographs
Type: Sheet film negative
Display location: Not on display
Vessels: Falmouth (1959)
Date made: July 1961
Credit: © Crown copyright. National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London, Admiralty Collection