Titanic Today

Charles Joughin, the ship's baker, survived by treading water for over two hours — in the freezing Atlantic. How? He claimed he was "very drunk" on whiskey.

The sinking of the Titanic sent shockwaves around the world, leading to significant changes in maritime safety regulations. The International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) was established in 1914, requiring ships to have enough lifeboats for all passengers and crew, as well as implementing other safety measures. Titanic

"Near, far, wherever you are,I believe that the heart does go on.Once more you open the door,And you're here in my heart,And my heart will go on and on." Charles Joughin, the ship's baker, survived by treading

The RMS Titanic was the largest ship of its time, designed to be the pinnacle of early 20th-century luxury. The sinking of the Titanic sent shockwaves around

The vessel boasted unprecedented amenities for First Class passengers, including a swimming pool, Turkish baths, a gymnasium, and the ornate Grand Staircase . 2. The Maiden Voyage

For 73 years, the Titanic lay hidden in the deep. Its location was a mystery, shrouded in 12,500 feet of water. The myth grew: had the ship sunk in one piece? Was it cursed? Then, in September 1985, a joint American-French expedition led by Dr. Robert Ballard of the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution made history. Using a remotely operated vehicle (ROV) named Argo , they discovered the wreck.