Robert S. Pohl

About the Author

Robert S. Pohl is a historian and author specializing in the early days of aviation and the audacious dreams that propelled humanity skyward. With a keen eye for the human stories behind technological triumphs, Pohl delves into the lives of pioneers who pushed the boundaries of flight. His meticulous research uncovers forgotten narratives, blending technical detail with vivid storytelling to bring the past to life. In his acclaimed work, 101 Hours in a Zeppelin: Ernst August Lehmann and the Dream of Transatlantic Flight, 1917, Pohl chronicles the daring exploits of airship captain Ernst August Lehmann and the era's quest for transatlantic travel. A former archivist with a passion for aeronautical history, Pohl continues to explore how innovation and ambition intersected in the roaring twenties, offering readers a window into an age of wonder and peril.