May 6
May 6
The 1976 Friuli Earthquake
The 1976 Friuli Earthquake was a devastating seismic event that struck northeastern Italy, causing massive destruction and loss of life, and leading to significant reconstruction and policy changes in disaster preparedness.
May 6
The Hindenburg Disaster
On May 6, 1937, the German airship Hindenburg burst into flames over Lakehurst, New Jersey, ending the era of passenger airship travel.