A Look at Life Aboard the Hindenburg Before Disaster Struck
Over the Atlantic Ocean: May 4, 1937 Ernst Lehmann had transported some interesting creatures in his time as a zeppelin captain—prize Trakehner horses from Prussia; gorillas, chimpanzees, and monkeys used in scientific research; guinea pigs; canaries; carrier pigeons; even queen
Ernst Lehmann, a zeppelin captain, recounted the strange behaviors of passengers aboard his airship. One year before, silent film actor Douglas Fairbanks and his wife allowed their Scottie to roam freely, marking their territory on the new Hindenburg airship. Passengers showed little interest in the marvel of flight, often settling for chess or jigsaw puzzles.
Lehmann, frustrated by his duties, which now included advertising and internal operations, lamented the passengers' casual disregard for their extraordinary journey. Despite the airship's advancements in comfort and convenience, many passengers remained oblivious to their aerial adventure.
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