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The most famous airship ever to take to the
heavens, LZ-129, The Hindenburg. Germany's symbol of national
pride and the epitome of grace and elegance, the Hindenburg flew
the world over, showcasing Germany's dominance in lighter than
air rigid airship construction. Because of its fame, the tragic
fate of the Hindenburg on May 6th 1937, at Lakehurst NJ, signaled
the death knell of the rigid airship as a means of passenger travel.
Capturing the awesome size and beauty of this levitation of the
air, internationally known artist Marii Chernev has the Hindenburg
passing over New York City, on its way to Lakehurst after another
successful Atlantic Crossing. A curious student pilot and his
instructor bring their Stearman trainer for a closer view of LZ-129
as in the background, an American Airlines Ford Tri-motor prepares
to come in for a landing. Each of these breathtakingly beautiful
prints is co-signed by Werner Franz, the lone surviving crewmember
of the Hindenburg.
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