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Ernst A. Lehmann

German airship captain and Zeppelin builder (1886-1937) · Died at 50

Captain Ernst August Lehmann was a German Zeppelin captain. He was one of the most famous and experienced figures in German airship travel.

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The Pittsburgh Press called Lehmann the best airship pilot in the world, although he was criticized by Hugo Eckener for often making dangerous maneuvers that compromised the airships. He was a victim of the Hindenburg disaster in 1937.

Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1886 to 1937 · aged 50