The Hindenburg disaster occurred on May 6, 1937, when the German airship LZ 129 Hindenburg caught fire while attempting to land at Naval Air Station Lakehurst in New Jersey. The airship was filled with hydrogen, a highly flammable gas, which contributed to the rapid spread of the flames. Of the 97 people on board, 36 lost their lives, making it one of the most infamous airship accidents in history. The disaster marked the end of the airship era, as public confidence in air travel was severely shaken. The event was widely covered in the media, with dramatic photographs and newsreels capturing the tragedy. The Hindenburg was a symbol of luxury travel, and its destruction highlighted the dangers associated with using hydrogen