On May 6, 1937, after crossing from Germany to the United States, the world's greatest airship, the Hindenburg, was destroyed by fire as it attempted a landing at the Lakehurst Naval Base in New Jersey.  Of the 32 passengers and 61 crew aboard that day, 62 people survived. 

 

Read the incredible story of Werner Franz, the 14 year-old cabin boy and youngest crew member.