Herbert Morrison was an American journalist and radio broadcaster, best known for his emotional reporting of the Hindenburg disaster in 1937. His live broadcast captured the tragic moment when the German airship caught fire while attempting to land in Lakehurst, New Jersey. Morrison's heartfelt commentary became iconic, highlighting the human impact of the disaster. Born on May 14, 1912, in New York City, Morrison worked for WLS Radio in Chicago and later for the NBC network. He was recognized for his ability to convey deep emotion and urgency in his reporting, which helped shape the future of broadcast journalism.