The Wreck of the Titanic

The Titanic was a British passenger liner that famously sank on April 15, 1912, during its maiden voyage from Southampton to New York City. After striking an iceberg in the North Atlantic, the ship began to sink, leading to the loss of over 1,500 lives. The disaster revealed serious flaws in maritime safety, including insufficient lifeboats and inadequate emergency procedures. It prompted changes in ship design and safety regulations, leading to improved standards in the cruise industry. The Titanic's tragedy remains a poignant reminder of the limitations of human ingenuity against nature.