Episode 414: The Hindenburg Disaster

Half-Arsed History

May 31, 2026Comedy

In this week's episode, learn all about the Hindenburg Disaster, when a German rigid airship went up in flames in Lakehurst, USA - and the very significant long-term impact of this catastrophe.

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