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RMS Titanic
RMS Titanic, England. Date: 1912
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In the annals of maritime history, few vessels have captured the public's imagination like the RMS Titanic. Launched in Belfast, Northern Ireland on May 31, 1912, the Titanic was the largest and most luxurious ocean liner of its time. Measuring 882 feet 9 inches in length and boasting a top speed of 22 knots, the Titanic was a marvel of modern engineering and design. This evocative photograph captures the RMS Titanic as she sets sail from Southampton, England on her maiden voyage to New York City on April 10, 1912. The Titanic was bound for the United States with over 2,200 passengers and crew on board, including some of the wealthiest and most influential people of the time. The Titanic's tragic end is well known. Just four days into her journey, on April 14, 1912, the ship struck an iceberg in the North Atlantic Ocean. Despite the efforts of the crew and the passengers, the Titanic sank in the early hours of April 15, taking over 1,500 lives with her. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the Titanic's brief but memorable existence. It stands as a testament to the hubris of mankind and the unpredictability of nature, and serves as a reminder of the importance of safety and caution in the face of the unknown. The sinking of the Titanic marked a turning point in maritime history, leading to significant improvements in safety regulations and the development of new technologies to prevent such tragedies from occurring again. Today, the Titanic remains a symbol of human ambition, innovation, and the fragility of life.
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