rare1900-1945

Germany Hindenburg Zeppelin 'Deutschlandfahrt' Political Flight Cover, 1936

Name: Germany Hindenburg Zeppelin 'Deutschlandfahrt' Political Flight Cover, 1936
Brand: Germany

Germany · 1936 · Not applicable

This postal cover was carried aboard the German airship D-LZ129 'Hindenburg' during its 'Deutschlandfahrt' (Germany Flight) from March 26-29, 1936. The flight was specifically organized to promote the 'Hitler Re-election and Rheinland Referendum'.

The 'Deutschlandfahrt' was a propaganda flight by the Hindenburg, dropping leaflets and broadcasting messages to encourage votes for Hitler and the referendum on the remilitarization of the Rhineland, a significant pre-WWII event.

Printing Method

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Themes

zeppelin airmail political-history germany nazi-era hindenburg

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$1,500

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$1,000

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$700

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$400

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$200

Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.