Airship USS Macon goes down off coast of California

The transcript discusses a series of airship disasters, starting with the VA and the Roma, leading to the Shenandoah's crash. It highlights structural issues during early takeoffs and the catastrophic crash off the Jersey Coast. The narrative concludes with efforts by designers to improve airship construction.

What was the first airship mentioned in the line of 'death ships'?

• ZR1

• Roma

• VA

• Shenandoah

How many people died in the Roma incident?

• 100

• 50

• 73

• 34

What was the original name of the Shenandoah?

• Roma

• VA

• ZR1

• ZR2

What was damaged during the Shenandoah's early takeoff?

• Rudder and gear

• Wings

• Engine

• Propeller

How many people died in the crash off the Jersey Coast?

• 34

• 100

• 50

• 73