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Great American airship USS Shenandoah (ZR-1) in remarkable mooring tests The
Great American airship USS Shenandoah (ZR-1) in remarkable mooring tests
The great American airship USS Shenandoah (ZR-1) was recently moored to the Naval airship tender, USS Patoka, in order to test the feasibility of this operation. The tests took place in Naragansett Bay, Rhode Island
19 August 1924
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This print showcases the awe-inspiring Great American airship USS Shenandoah (ZR-1) during remarkable mooring tests. The image captures a historic moment as the majestic airship is seen tethered to the Naval airship tender, USS Patoka, in Naragansett Bay, Rhode Island on 19 August 1924. The significance of this photograph lies in its depiction of an experimental operation that aimed to test the feasibility of mooring such a colossal aircraft. The sheer scale and grandeur of the USS Shenandoah are evident as it looms against the backdrop of a cloudy sky. The monochrome aesthetic adds a timeless quality to this twentieth-century snapshot, transporting viewers back to an era between wars when aviation was rapidly evolving. It serves as a testament to human ingenuity and our relentless pursuit of progress. Preserved by Central News, this rare piece from Europeana photography offers us a glimpse into history. As we admire this extraordinary feat achieved almost a century ago, let us appreciate the courage and determination that propelled mankind's exploration of new frontiers in aviation.
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