Rescue efforts after crash of USS Akron airship off NJ coast

The transcript describes the search efforts for the Akron dirigible, which crashed at sea. The German tanker Phoebus rescued the only survivors and searched throughout the night. Despite bad weather, the Navy blimp J3 joined the search but also crashed, resulting in more casualties. The Navy continued its efforts to locate the 71 missing men, demonstrating the challenges and tragedies faced during the search operations.

What was the role of the German tanker Phoebus in the search for the Akron?

• It provided fuel for the search vessels.

• It rescued the only survivors and searched all night.

• It was responsible for coordinating the search efforts.

• It reported the crash to the authorities.

What was the fate of the Navy blimp J3 during the search?

• It was called back before reaching the search area.

• It returned safely after the search.

• It successfully located the Akron.

• It crashed due to severe weather conditions.

Who was the commanding officer of the J3 blimp?

• Lieutenant Commander David E Cummins

• Captain John Smith

• Commander Robert Jones

• Lieutenant Mark Thompson

What was the public's reaction on shore after the J3 crash?

• They were indifferent to the incident.

• They cheered for the survivors.

• They watched sympathetically as ambulances rushed the survivors to the hospital.

• They protested against the Navy's efforts.

What was the Navy's response following the tragedies of the Akron and J3?

• They halted all search operations.

• They intensified their efforts to locate the missing men.

• They focused on repairing damaged equipment.

• They decided to abandon the search.