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Was the Hindenburg Disaster Caused by Static Electricity?

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Start date Mar 5, 2013
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The discussion centers on the recent revelation that static electricity may have caused the Hindenburg disaster, as detailed in a Yahoo article. Participants express curiosity about the specifics of the findings, including whether the identity of the person who ignited the fire has been uncovered. There is mention of a prior documentary that presented a credible theory about the incident, indicating that this topic has been explored in various formats. The conversation highlights ongoing interest in understanding the causes of historical events like the Hindenburg catastrophe.

Mar 5, 2013

#1

DiracPool

Yes, folks, it was static electricity. You can get all the details here:

http://news.yahoo.com/blogs/lookout/mystery-hindenburg-air-catastrophe-solved-192132922.html

And I suggest you listen to this song as some background accompaniment while you do so:

"Oh the humanity...'

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Mar 5, 2013

#2

Kholdstare

So, did they find out who lit the match?

Mar 6, 2013

#3

Andre

I wonder what's new. I saw a documentary with this credible proposal months ago.

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