Why the Titanic was Doomed

A study of the confluence of problems that contributed to the sinking of the RMS Titanic in the North Atlantic in 1912. Titanic – the most magnificent ocean liner of her time – was doomed and destined for disaster before she ever left the docks at Southampton. Doomed by her owner, doomed by her designers, doomed by the men who sailed her – doomed even by her sister ship. Author Bryan Jackson presents a new and unique look at the many circumstances that came together the night of April fourteen, 1912, to claim over one,500 lives and leave Titanic lying in twelve,zero feet of water on the bottom of the North Atlantic. Each chapter details how seemingly disconnected pieces served to create a tragedy that remains as significant today as it was over a century ago. They include flawed design decisions, outdated regulations, substandard materials, weather conditions, lookouts left blinded and warnings never acted upon. Perhaps the most fascinating piece is a look at how events involving sister ship Olympic would result in Titanic being placed directly on course to meet the iceberg which would sink her. In addition, Jackson offers a look at the circumstances that saved some from perishing in the tragedy. They range from the rich and famous – to family members traveling in third-class who managed to escape the sinking while most of the passengers sailing in those accommodations would not survive. Also provided is a comprehensive Titanic timeline which details the events which lead to her construction – and eventual destruction.

© 2022 Pen & Sword History (E-bog): 9781399097178

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E-bog: 5. maj 2022