Out of all the ships that have sailed our beautiful oceans throughout time, there are few that have been known for their "awe" factor, and legendary tales told throughout generations. On April 10th, 1912 all eyes were on the Titanic, and it gave the world hope. The ship itself was a work of art and at her time of departure, was the largest ship known to man. The Titanic was a symbol of hope and a new life, which in turn made it appealing not just to the elite, but for the poorest of immigrants as well, trying to make a new and better life when she reached America. Her nickname, "The Unsinkable" set sail for New York City ready to bring new hopes and dreams for the thousands on board, but what they didnt know was the terrifying and devestating event that was about to occur, and shock the world. Leaving Southhampton, England the Titanic had an estimated two thousand two hundred and fourty four passengers onboard. What makes that special, I feel, is the diversity that consisted with the passengers. From the top elite of the world ready to tour the sights of this beautiful America, to the poorest immigrant who sold his last belonging so he and his family could start a free new life; they could both be found on the Titanic. Richard Hines states in his book Voyagers of the Titanic,"The stately progress of crowned heads and business chiefs demanded all that was costly and conspicuous. But whereas monarchs expected panoply that enthroned precedent, reverence, and continuity, the
The Titanic was a modern marvel. The Titanic was a part of a trio of abnormally large ships to be built by White Star Line due to a rivalry with another shipping company (Brewster & Coulter, 1998). With newer technology coming with new age, White Star Line vessels aimed to please with being able to arrive on time consistently while also having luxury (Eaton & Haas, 1986). Because of the combination
My favorite history experience has to do with the movie called “The Titanic.” Not just the movie but the actual event happening. I wish I could have been there and survived the experience to be able to tell the amazing, life changing story. The movie and the actual sinking of the ship affected me in many ways. I think it also affected the way we make our boats today. When I seen this movie and realized not only how much the world has changed since the titanic happened, but the way we think and how we build things differently.
Transition: Now that I have discussed the titanic itself, let’s take a look at the tragedy that struck it on its’ maiden voyage.
The Titanic was one of the largest ships that has ever been made. On its first voyage, the Titanic quickly ceased after encountering an iceberg. In the poem, “Titanic”, David R. Slavitt gives a brief description of the Titanic and how the world has remembered the legend. In a different poem, “The Convergence of the Twain”, Thomas Hardy illustrates the impact an Immanent Will had on the crashing of the Titanic. Both, Slavitt and Hardy challenge the views that people have on the legend of the Titanic by applying tone as well as creating a duality of expectations and reality.
The Titanic is one of the most famous ships known around the world as the once "unsinkable ship". April 15, 1912 the Titanic sank into the Atlantic Ocean on it's one and only voyage. The 825 ton ship can be found 400 miles off the coast of Newfoundland 12,600 feet below the Atlantic.
The people on the Lusitania got to enjoy themselves even before they got onto the ship, for example, “ Elsie must have gazed in wonder at the Lusitania’s four towering steel funnels, which gleamed in the rays of sunshine that briefly pierced the gray clouds.” Passengers on the ship got many luxuries and relaxation before the tragic event such as, “They mingled with other passengers in the dining room, where they sat at
Last but not least. I can't help but wonder why kind of situation you have to be in order to be involved in a voyage like this. It seems like something you just so happen to be around that invites you into this voyage. Especially like that man in the documentary sorry for forgoting his name. But he had a deep fear for the ocean since he lost people he loved to it. But he conquered his fear and decided in order to fully conquer his feet he would dedicate a portion of his life to this voyage. A lot of people have families, friends and jobs at home. That they leave in order to go on this voyage. It seems like everyone has a special reason to be there. And stepping back and looking at it as a whole that is just beautiful. Some
The catastrophic sinking of the Titanic, over one hundred years ago, continues to drive scientists to search for answers. Was this simply an unfortunate maritime disaster, or did human error play a role in Titanic’s demise? Bruce Ismay, president of White Star Lines, had a dream. A dream, to build a magnificent luxury liner that would transport people across the Atlantic Ocean in style. With the help of the owner, John Pierpont, and ship designer Thomas Andrew Jr., the ship of dreams was soon a reality. However, Titanic’s maiden voyage on April 10, 1912, from Southampton, England to New York, made history in an inconceivable way. Sadly, over one thousand innocent people went to a watery grave in the middle of the cold, dark, Atlantic Ocean.
On April 14,1912 a great ship called the Titanic sank on its maiden voyage. That night there were many warnings of icebergs from other ships. There seems to be a conflict on whether or not the warnings reached the bridge. We may never know the answer to this question. The greatest tragedy of all may be that there were not
It was a normal morning on the Titanic. It was our third day aboard the ship. We set sail on April 12th, 1912. It is now April 15th, 1912. I awoke from my bed and went to get ready for breakfast with my husband, Alexander. Since I was staying in a grand sweet I had my own bathroom facility. So I went to run a bath and get ready for my day. After, Me and Alexander walked down to breakfast. The breakfast room was ginormous with huge windows that had views of the Atlantic Ocean.
I, the initial class ocean liner am setting sail on Wednesday 10th of April, 1912, the day that is expected to change my existence everlastingly, to build a stronger, more powerful and more popular boat. I have waited for this opportunity for a long, long, long time and now that I have got it this chance of a life time I am not letting it sail away. I heaved out of the dock; I blow leisurely bulky black burn into the air out of my glistening, glossy long, stunning funnels. I am standing by for my maiden voyage and I can’t wait! There waiting is finally over, I am going to set sail and I am in such honour to do this.
As a matte of fact, historians and critics tend to argue a lot about the reliability of Titanic’s historical representations. Richard Howells, professor at Department of Culture, Media and Creative Industries in King’s College London, argues that “ we are forced reluctantly to admit that for many people today, their ‘history’ of the Titanic is drawn from film.” He puts forward a quote of Mark C. Carnes, ’For many, Hollywood History is the only history.’ In order to exemplify that for many people, whether we view it in two or three dimensions, Cameron’s Titanic and the actual Titanic remain one
The ship was given several nicknames including “Ship of Dreams,” “Wonder Ship,” “Last Word in Luxury,” and “Millionaire's Special.” There were many very wealthy people aboard the ship, who were living it up in first class. The first class accommodation was designed to be the height of comfort and luxury, with an on-board gymnasium, swimming pool, libraries, high-class restaurants, a hospital with an operating room and a squash court. A wireless telegraph was even provided for the convenience of passengers. You can see why it cost $400 billion dollars in todays currency to build.
As I approached the Titanic I grabbed hold of my bags and took a deep
Alexander’s eyes shot open and he immediately jumped out of bed. He felt an odd change in the movement patterns of the ship, but could not figure out what it was, or why it was frightening him so much. He was in a beautiful, dramatically decorated first-class suite on the Titanic, currently indistinguishable from the darkness that swallowed it. He looked around and saw the outlines of his wife and his four precious children sleeping soundlessly on the brand new beds that accommodated the magnificent room. Convinced that he was being paranoid, he calmly laid back down on his four-poster. Slowly, the minutes ticked away on the large golden clock that was hung elegantly over the polished mahogany dresser. And slowly, Alexander began to grow anxious and worried. Then he realized what he was experiencing. He no longer felt the soothing hum of the engine down below, or the peaceful sensation of the boat rocking back and forth. The Titanic had come to a stop.