Framed Print : Launch of the LZ-126 Zeppelin - USS Los Angeles
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Launch of the LZ-126 Zeppelin - USS Los Angeles
The USS Los Angeles - a rigid airship, designated ZR-3 (Construction number LZ-126), which was built in 19231924 by the Zeppelin company in Friedrichshafen, Germany as war reparation. It was delivered to the United States Navy in October 1924. The successful landing after her maiden voyage. Date: 1924
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Media ID 14384344
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Airship Airships Angeles Blimp Friedrichshafen Gondola Landing Maiden Manufacturing Mar16 Reparation Reparations Rigid Zeppelin Zeppelins 1924
A2 Premium Frame with A3 Poster
Bring a piece of history into your home with our stunning Framed Print from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating image, "Launch of the LZ-126 Zeppelin - USS Los Angeles," showcases the iconic rigid airship, ZR-3, also known as the USS Los Angeles. Built in 1923-1924 as war reparation, this historic Zeppelin represents a significant milestone in aviation history. Our high-quality framed print, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, is a must-have for history enthusiasts and aviation aficionados. Experience the thrill of the past with this exquisite, rights-managed print.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.4cm x 40.4cm (15.9" x 15.9")
Estimated Product Size is 62cm x 44.6cm (24.4" x 17.6")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This historic photograph captures the moment of the successful landing of the USS Los Angeles (LZ-126) after its maiden voyage in 1924. The rigid airship, also known as ZR-3 or Construction Number LZ-126, was built in Friedrichshafen, Germany, as part of the war reparations following World War I. The Zeppelin Company manufactured this impressive engineering feat, which marked a significant milestone in the development of airship technology. The USS Los Angeles was delivered to the United States Navy in October 1924, making it the first rigid airship to join the American fleet. The airship's innovative design featured a streamlined hull, a large gondola containing living quarters and navigation equipment, and helium-filled gas cells for buoyancy. The maiden voyage of the USS Los Angeles was an essential test of the airship's capabilities, and this photograph documents the successful completion of this important mission. The crew, proudly standing in the gondola, survey the scene as the airship touches down on solid ground, marking the beginning of a new era in transportation and military aviation. The USS Los Angeles served the United States Navy until 1931, providing valuable insights into the potential of rigid airships for long-range transportation and reconnaissance. This photograph is a testament to the groundbreaking achievements in engineering and innovation that characterized the early days of airship technology.
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