The Titanic in History
The Titanic was a cruise ship jointly built by the United Kingdom and the United States. It made its maiden voyage on April 10, 1912. It was the largest ship in the world at the time, 330 feet long, 48 feet wide, 10 feet high, and could carry up to 1550 passengers and crew. On April 14, the Titanic crashed into the Little Constellation in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean, causing serious damage to the hull. In the end, the Titanic sank in the early hours of April 15. It is estimated that about 3000 people died on board, including 1500 passengers and crew members, as well as 1500 craftsmen and crew members. The sinking of the Titanic was one of the most important events in the First World War and one of the most tragic events in human history. It became a permanent tragedy that had a profound impact on many people.
