That theory has been largely discredited. There wasn't nearly enough reagents in the fabric to create a large thermite reaction. An oxyhydrogen explosion is the

That theory has been largely discredited. There wasn't nearly enough reagents in the fabric to create a large thermite reaction. An oxyhydrogen explosion is the most likely explanation: there was probably a leak prior to the explosion, which allowed air to mix with hydrogen inside and surrounding some of the gas bladders. Also, a walkway ran through the bladders, which acted as an oxygen source once the bladders burst, as evidenced by flames being directed through the axial walkway. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hindenburg_disaster#Incendiary_paint_hypothesis https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hindenburg_disaster#Incendiary...