Not even God could sink this ship.
Captain Edward Smith
On April 15, 1912, the Titanic, a British passenger liner, struck an iceberg on its maiden voyage from Southampton to New York.
Despite being touted as “unsinkable” due to its advanced design, the ship sank after the collision, leading to the deaths of over 1,500 people.
The disaster highlighted the dangers of hubris and the lack of sufficient lifeboats for passengers.
In the aftermath, international maritime safety regulations were significantly improved. The Titanic’s story has captivated generations, serving as both a cautionary tale about the perils of overconfidence and a reminder of the fragility of human creations.
The Titanic’s sinking changed how we approach safety at sea and continues to be a symbol of human vulnerability.
Vocabulary Bank:
- Infamous – Terkenal karena sesuatu yang buruk
- Maritime – Berhubungan dengan pelayaran
- Hubris – Kesombongan
- Lifeboat – Perahu penyelamat
- Vulnerability – Kerentanannya
Soal:
What lessons can be learned from the Titanic disaster?
