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24 April 2026

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Vintage: Fire alarm in Vienna, 1935

​Founded in 1686, the Vienna Fire Department is the oldest organisation of its kind in the world. Its headquarters at "Am Hof" has served as the headquarters for centuries, evolving from early horse-drawn units to a fully motorised fleet by the 1930s. The station’s history is also marked by political resistance: members of the force actively resisted the Austro-fascist regime and the Nazi era, leading to the arrest and death of many. A memorial plaque at the site serves as a reminder of those who sacrificed their lives.
 
Source: Filmarchiv Austria

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