A trade card illustration. Legend at the top reads Norwich Union Fire & Life Insurance company established in 1797. Drawing of the precursor of the fire engine - a pumping engine on a cart. Plaques on the side of the cart advertising the services of the company. Two male figures on either side of the vehicle wearing waders and holding contraptions used in extinguishing fire. Hoses on the ground by the side of each figure. Text at the bottom of the illustration identifies Edward B Lovell, 134 New Street as the agent.
#CityOf1000Trades today is this trade card for Edward B Lovell, 134 New Street - agent of the Norwich Union Fire & Life Insurance company. The firm was founded in 1797. Ref - MS 4834/848 #LibraryofBham #AvivaUK