The Death of Rudolf Hess

The airship Hindenburg, which had been moored in Germany since the beginning of hostilities, met with a dramatic end today when it exploded over Scotland. It appears to have been commandeered by Deputy Führer Rudolf Hess, who managed to fly it alone across the North Sea on a personal mission to negotiate peace with Britain. British radar stations had no trouble detecting the massive aircraft, and several Royal Air Force wings were immediately directed towards its position. When the Hindenburg failed to respond over the radio, they opened fire. The remains of Hess were found in the wreckage.