On May 6, 1937, the German airship Hindenburg burst into flames as it attempted to land in Lakehurst, New Jersey. The once-grand symbol of transatlantic travel was destroyed in just 34 seconds, claiming 36 lives. The cause? A hydrogen leak, which turned the flammable gas into a firestorm. The Hindenburg’s fiery demise marked the end of the airship era. It was a harsh reminder of the dangers of hydrogen-filled aircraft, as the world shifted to airplanes for safer, faster travel. The disaster beca