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German giant airship Zeppelin " Hindenburg" explodes in a ball of fire as she came in to land in New Jersey during the night of 06 May 1937, killing at least 33 of her passengers and crew. The cause of the fire is unknown, but it is believed it may have been cause by static electricity igniting her hydrogen gas as she approached the mooring mast after a thunderstorm. AFP PHOTO / AFP PHOTO
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Aeronautics Industry Air Travel Photo Noir Et Blanc Dirigible Explosion
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into history with our captivating Fine Art Print from Agence France-Presse (AFP). Witness the poignant moment as the iconic German airship Zeppelin "Hindenburg" meets its tragic end in this evocative image of the catastrophic explosion that occurred during its attempted landing in New Jersey on May 6, 1937. With at least 33 lives lost, this historical event remains etched in our collective memory. Bring this significant piece of history into your home or office with our high-quality, museum-grade Fine Art Print, and relive the past in stunning detail.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This haunting print captures the tragic moment when the German giant airship Zeppelin "Hindenburg" met its fiery demise on the night of May 6,1937. As she gracefully descended to land in New Jersey, disaster struck, engulfing her in a devastating ball of fire. The explosion claimed the lives of at least 33 passengers and crew members, leaving behind a scene of unimaginable horror. The cause of this catastrophic event remains shrouded in mystery, but experts speculate that static electricity may have ignited the hydrogen gas within Hindenburg as she approached the mooring mast following a thunderstorm. In this poignant image captured by Agence France-Presse (AFP), one can almost feel the intensity of that fateful moment. This photograph serves as a stark reminder of both the fragility and grandeur associated with early air travel. It symbolizes an era marked by ambition and innovation in aviation but also highlights its inherent risks. The dirigible's destruction stands as a testament to humanity's relentless pursuit for progress amidst unforeseen dangers. As we reflect upon this tragedy from history, let us honor those who lost their lives aboard Hindenburg while acknowledging how it shaped advancements in safety protocols within the aeronautics industry. AFP's powerful documentation ensures that we never forget this pivotal incident which forever altered our perception of air transport accidents - reminding us all to prioritize safety above all else.
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