Lakehurst Collection
Lakehurst, a small town in New Jersey, holds a significant place in history due to its association with airships and the tragic events that unfolded there
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Lakehurst, a small town in New Jersey, holds a significant place in history due to its association with airships and the tragic events that unfolded there. One of the most infamous incidents was the LZ 129 Hindenburg being consumed by fire shortly after arriving at Lakehurst. This catastrophic event on May 6, 1937, forever changed the perception of air travel. Amidst this tragedy, Miss Mary Day Winn of New York found herself seeking refuge aboard LZ 129 Hindenburg before chaos ensued. The image of her being helped onto the airship serves as a haunting reminder of those fateful moments. Lakehurst's connection to airships extended beyond just one incident. The United States Navy also played a role in this aerial era with their own airship USS Shenandoah - ZR-1, and is fascinating to imagine these colossal vessels floating above Lakehurst's landscape. The destruction caused by the German airship Hindenburg blowing up left an indelible mark on Lakehurst's history. However, it is important not to forget other notable moments like when the US airship Macon was moored to the mobile mast or when Graf Zeppelin was attached to its anchor mast during different years. The presence of USS Shenandoah - ZR-1 further emphasizes Lakehurst's significance as a hub for aviation exploration and military operations during that time period. Despite tragedies and setbacks, Luftschiffbau Zeppelin continued their work with LZ 129 Hindenburg at Lakehurst until its ill-fated end. These images evoke both awe and sorrow for what once soared through Lakehurst's skies. Today, while memories may fade away over time, we must remember how these events shaped our understanding of aviation safety and appreciate how far we have come since then.