Zeppelin L-59

The war machine that wasn’t – a great conversation piece! In the autumn of 1917 the Zeppelin L-59 was sent on a one-way trip to Africa, stocked with tons of medical supplies, machine guns, ammunition, bush knives, even sewing machines. It was designed to be disassembled and its parts made into: tents, bandages, gas bags, sleeping bags, huts, boots, and even a wireless tower. The only non-essential cargo was a case of wine to celebrate its arrival in Africa. But the wily British sent a series of false radio messages which convinced the German Captain that the Germans in Africa had surrendered. So the L-59 turned around and went home. It did, however, make a record flight of over 4500 miles.

Kit is 30 x 7 x 4.5 inches designed for use with 28mm figures. The kit includes four engine compartments and the control car.

Balloon 4 - Zeppelin L-59 kit................................$25.00

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