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Vice admiral in the United States Navy (1892–1977) remembered as an advocate of lighter-than-air flight; he was in command of NAS Lakehurst at the time of the destruction of the Hindenburg and witnessed the disaster. First edition booklet entitled "'They Were Dependable,' Airship Operation, World War II, 7 December 1941 to September 1945," 56 pages, 7.75 x 10.5, signed and inscribed inside the front wrapper in fountain pen, "With warm regards and best wishes for a happy and successful naval career to Peter Schonenberg, C. E. Rosendahl, Vice Admiral U.S.N. Retired." In fine condition, with a stain to the back cover.
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