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United States Navy - USS Shenandoah - ZR-1

United States Navy - USS Shenandoah (ZR-1), the first of four United States Navy rigid airships overflying a city. Shenandoah was constructed during 1922-1923 at Lakehurst Naval Air Station, and first flew in September 1923. It developed the U.S. Navys experience with rigid airships and made the first crossing of North America by airship. On the 57th flight, Shenandoah was destroyed in a squall line over Ohio in September 1925. Date: circa 1924

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Media ID 21131223

© The Peter Butt Aviation Collection / Mary Evans

1922 1923 57th Airship Airships Constructed Crossing Destroyed Developed Experience Flew Lakehurst Navys Ohio Overflying Rigid Shenandoah Squall 1923 1924 1925 Made Zr 1


18x24 inch Poster Print

Bring a piece of history into your home or office with our stunning poster print from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Picture Library, showcases the United States Navy's USS Shenandoah (ZR-1) in all its glory. As the first of four rigid airships in the United States Navy, the USS Shenandoah was constructed between 1922 and 1923 at Lakehurst Naval Air Station. This poster is a perfect addition for naval enthusiasts, history buffs, or anyone who appreciates the beauty and engineering marvel of these historic aircraft. Order your USS Shenandoah poster print today and relive the past with every glance.

Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.

Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.

Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.


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This photograph showcases the United States Navy's historic rigid airship, USS Shenandoah (ZR-1), gracefully soaring above a cityscape. Built between 1922 and 1923 at Lakehurst Naval Air Station, Shenandoah was the first of four rigid airships in the U.S. Navy's fleet. On September 4, 1923, it took its maiden flight, marking the beginning of the U.S. Navy's exploration into the realm of rigid airships. Shenandoah's groundbreaking voyages included the first transcontinental flight across North America, achieved on August 6, 1924. This remarkable accomplishment showcased the potential of airships as long-range transport and reconnaissance platforms. However, tragedy struck on September 3, 1925, during the 57th flight when Shenandoah was destroyed by a squall line over Ohio. The USS Shenandoah, with its impressive size and innovative design, represented a significant milestone in aviation history. Its legacy paved the way for further advancements in rigid airship technology and solidified the U.S. Navy's role in the development of this unique mode of transportation. This photograph, captured circa 1924, offers a glimpse into a bygone era of aviation and a testament to the ingenuity and ambition of the United States Navy.

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