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The Akron Destoryed! Due to a storm the Giant American Airship, the "Akron", was destroyed. Of the 77 men on board, only 4 survived.
The Akron Destoryed! Due to a storm the Giant American Airship, the "Akron", was destroyed. Of the 77 men on board, only 4 survived.

The Akron Destoryed! Due to a storm the Giant American Airship, the "Akron", was destroyed. Of the 77 men on board, only 4 survived.

Creator Associated Press, German
Mediumgelatin silver print
Credit LineAnonymous Gift, 2005
Category
Object number2005/17821
LocationNot currently on display

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