Cuffley Collection

The Fall of the German airship L-21 by Fortunino Matania, WW1
The destruction of the German Zeppelin L-21 over Cuffley, Hertfordshire after being shot down by Lieut. William Leefe Robinson on the night of 2nd/3rd September 1916

Photograph of Cuffley Hotel, Cuffley, Hertfordshire. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Right face on view of the pub

Destruction of first German airship on British soil, WW1
Destruction of the first German airship on British soil during the First World War, on 3 September 1916 at Cuffley near Enfield. 1916

Lieutenant William Leefe Robinson attacks an enemy airship and brings it down in flames over Cuffley, Hertfordshire
976435 Lieutenant William Leefe Robinson attacks an enemy airship and brings it down in flames over Cuffley, Hertfordshire, September 1916 (colour litho) by Avis, W

Victoria Cross - Lieutenant William Leefe Robinson (1895-1918) (Royal Flying Corp) - awarded for most conspicuous bravery

Hertsmere EN6 4 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Hertsmere EN6 4

Clearing away wreckage at Cuffley by Matania, WW1
A scene at Cuffley, Hertfordshire showing the wreckage of the L-21 German zeppelin airship brought down by Lieut. William Leefe Robinson on the night of 2 September 1916

Sphere cover - Clearing away wreckage at Cuffley, WW1
A scene at Cuffley, Hertfordshire after the German L-21 airship had fallen to earth in a ball of flames, having been shot down by Lieut. William Leefe Robinson VC on the night of 2 September 1916

Zeppelin in flames as seen through telescope from Southfields, September 3rd 1916. Signed Walter Hunt.This relates to the Zeppelin raid on the night 2nd/3rd September 1916

Zeppelin Downed 1916 - 1
Zeppelin L-21 is shot down over the Plough Inn, Cuffley (Herts) by lieutenant William Leefe Robinson VC. 3 September 1916

Zeppelin Downed 1916 - 4
Zeppelin L-21 is shot down over the Plough Inn, Cuffley (Herts) by lieutenant William Leefe Robinson VC. 3 September 1916

Zeppelin Downed 1916 - 5
Zeppelin L-21 is shot down over the Plough Inn, Cuffley (Herts) by lieutenant William Leefe Robinson VC. 3 September 1916

Zeppelin Downed 1916 - 3
Zeppelin L-21 is shot down over the Plough Inn, Cuffley (Herts) by lieutenant William Leefe Robinson VC. 3 September 1916

William Leefe Robinson is awarded the Victoria Cross for destroying a Zeppelin over Cuffley, Hertfordshire, under very courageous conditions. Date: 1916

Zeppelin Downed 1916 - 2
Zeppelin L-21 is shot down over the Plough Inn, Cuffley (Herts) by lieutenant William Leefe Robinson VC. 3 September 1916

Lt. William Robinson
Lieutenant William Leefe Robinson, Englands hero of the hour, is awarded the V.C. for destroying a Zeppelin over Cuffley, Hertfordshire

Robinson Downs Zep 1916
Lieutenant W.L. Robinson shoots down a Zeppelin over Cuffley, Hertfordshire, winning the Victoria Cross for his valour

Zep Shot down in Flames
Zeppelin L21, shot down by Lieutenant Robinson over Cuffley, Hertfordshire, plummets towards the ground

Zeppelin Brought Down
An observation car from a Zeppelin brought down by British airmen at Cuffley in Essex

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"Cuffley: Witness to the Triumph and Tragedy of WW1" Step back in time to Cuffley, Hertfordshire during World War I, where history was made and legends were born. In this captivating caption, we delve into the remarkable events that unfolded in this quaint town. Immerse yourself in the intensity of war as Fortunino Matania's masterpiece "The Fall of the German airship L-21" transports you to a pivotal moment. Picture Lieutenant William Leefe Robinson fearlessly attacking an enemy airship over Cuffley, bringing it down in flames - a heroic act forever etched in our memory. The photograph Hotel stands as a testament to the resilience and strength exhibited by its inhabitants amidst destruction. This once peaceful establishment became a witness to chaos when British soil saw its first German airship obliterated during those fateful days. Lieutenant William Leefe Robinson's bravery earned him the prestigious Victoria Cross, symbolizing his unwavering courage and selflessness. His name echoes through history as he defended our skies with unparalleled valor. Explore Hertsmere EN6 4 Map for an immersive journey through time. Trace the path that led these extraordinary events to unfold on this very ground - where heroes rose above adversity and changed the course of history forever. Matania's poignant artwork "Clearing away wreckage at Cuffley" captures not only physical debris but also serves as a reminder of human resilience amid devastation. The Sphere cover further immortalizes these efforts, showcasing how communities rallied together after tragedy struck their beloved town. Through telescopes trained on distant horizons, witnesses marveled at Zeppelins engulfed in flames - symbols of victory against an imposing enemy force. These images seared into memories across generations serve as reminders that even amidst darkness, hope can prevail. Join us on this journey through time as we uncover Cuffley's role in the Zeppelin Downed 1916.