The Titanic which took a whooping three years to build, was a British passenger liner that is famously remembered for its tragic sinking on its maiden voyage in 1912. Here are some key details about the Titanic:
The Titanic was built by the Harland and Wolff shipyard in Belfast, Northern Ireland. Construction began in 1909, and the ship was completed in 1912. It was one of the largest and most luxurious ships of its time.
The Titanic was approximately 882 feet 9 inches (269 meters) long, 92 feet 6 inches (28 meters) wide, and had a gross tonnage of about 46,328 tons. It had nine decks and could accommodate around 2,435 passengers and 900 crew members.
The Titanic boasted several luxurious amenities, including a swimming pool, gymnasium, Turkish bath, squash court, and several opulent dining areas. It was equipped with the latest technological advancements, including an extensive wireless communication system.
The Titanic set sail from Southampton, England, on April 10, 1912, with stops scheduled in Cherbourg, France, and Queenstown (now Cobh), Ireland, before heading towards New York City, USA.
On the night of April 14, 1912, the Titanic struck an iceberg in the North Atlantic Ocean, about 375 miles (600 kilometers) south of Newfoundland, Canada. The ship’s hull was pierced, causing water to flood several compartments. Despite the efforts to save the ship, it sank in the early hours of April 15, 1912.
The sinking of the Titanic resulted in the loss of more than 1,500 lives, making it one of the deadliest maritime disasters in history. The majority of the casualties were passengers who were unable to escape due to shortage of lifeboats.
The sinking of the Titanic had a significant impact on maritime safety regulations. It led to the establishment of the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) in 1914, which introduced a range of safety measures and procedures to prevent similar disasters.
The wreckage of the Titanic remained undiscovered for over 70 years until it was located by an expedition led by Dr. Robert Ballard in 1985. The remains of the ship are scattered on the seabed, approximately 12,500 feet (3,800 meters) below the surface of the North Atlantic Ocean.
The story of the Titanic has captured public imagination and has been the subject of numerous books, films, and documentaries, further perpetuating its enduring legacy.
