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The RMS Titanic

The history of Titanic has enthralled the world quite unlike any other shipwreck known to man. A number of books, articles and movies have been made detailed the

tragedy of the RMS Titanic. Both the 1950's version of the Titanic's sinking, "A

 Night to Remember' and the more recent film have been very popular. James

Cameron's 1997 box office hit"Titanic" was so popular with viewers that it succeeded

in breaking a number of box office sales records.

The public seems incapable of forgetting the tragic history of the Titanic. Numerous

myths and legends have developed over the years since the ship sank on April 15,

1912. Some of the myths are true, and others have simply been derived from the

imagination of the numerous people who have become somewhat obsessed with the

history of Titanic. In part, some of the tales regarding Titanic history can becontributed to the tales spun by the 705 survivors. It has been speculated that more

than one of the survivors 'embellished' their personal story. The 'unsinkable' Molly

Brown is just one of the surviving passengers who are suspected of having added

more than a little flair to their tale.

When the names of the numerous famous first class passengers who were lost were

revealed, the world was astounded that so many notable figures could perish in a

single day. Conversely, immigrants who survived the sinking of the ship are now

known worldwide for their part in the tragic history of Titanic. Poor and confined to

the steerage of the ship, these individuals were only seeking a better life for 

themselves and their families. Instead however they earned an immortal place in

Titanic history.

Titanic history buffs are quite staunch in their dedication to preserving the truth

regarding the history of the ship Titanic. When 'Titanic' was released in December of 

1997 moviegoers flocked to the theaters to see the beauty and the tragedy of the

fateful ship revealed on the big screen. A number of individuals who consider 

themselves experts on the history of Titanic were less than impressed with the number 

of errors contained within the film. Despite James Cameron's dedication to filming the

most accurate version of the Titanic accident history possible, the movie never the

less contained mistakes. Some of these mistakes had to be included in the movie toinsure the viewer's suspense and enjoyment in the film. Others however were simply

matters that had been overlooked during the making of the movie.

The history of Titanic continues to be one of the most popular topics in the world. An

insatiable thirst for information about the Titanic prompted researchers to search for 

the exact location of the wreckage site for a number of years. When the  Titanic's

wreckage was finally discovered in 1985, the world got its first look at the ship in

more than sixty years.

The tragic sinking of the Titanic and history of both those who survived and were lost,

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Some Titanic Facts2

The world's interest in the fascinating history of Titanic has endured for almost 100

years. April 14, 2005 will mark the 93rd anniversary of the sinking of the Titanic ship

and although it has been nearly a century since the infamous luxury liner sank in the

Atlantic Ocean, there continues to be a thirst for information regarding Titanic facts,myths and legends.

 No other ship in the history of ocean travel has demanded as much interest as the

Titanic. Volumes of books and reels of film have been produced regarding the most

infamous shipwreck in history. We have attempted to provide here a brief 

introduction to some of the more fascinating facts, legends and myths regarding the

sinking of the ship that was labeled 'unsinkable' before her disastrous maiden voyage

in April of 1912.

History of the Titanic - The history of Titanic has endured for nearly a century. Find

out more about the most fascinating ship and shipwreck in the world and how thetragedy of the ship continues to affect us today.

April 14, 1912, The Sinking of the Titanic - When the Titanic embarked on her 

maiden voyage the world was filled with hope and awe. In just a few short days those

emotions turned to horror and grief. Find out what really happened that day in 1912:

the sinking of the Titanic.

Passengers on the Titanic- One of the most fascinating aspects about the tragic

history of the Titanic, is the eclectic mix of passengers onboard the ill fated luxury

liner. When the ship sank, the lives of both the famous and the unknown were lost as

well. Spend a few moments learning about the famous and not so famous  passengers

on the Titanic. Look here for a Titanic passenger list with the names of first, second

and third class passengers and survivors.

Titanic Ship - While the Titanic ship initially earned fame as the largest luxury liner 

on the open seas, she would obtain enduring distinction for the tragedy that took the

ship to her watery grave. Return to the Titanic and discover the surprising facts that

led to the ship's destruction from the moment she set sail.

Titanic Facts - It has been almost 100 years since the Titanic sank. During that time anumber of myths and legends have grown up around the sinking of the now infamous

ship. Take a few moments to read about some of the more interesting and true Titanic

facts.

Titanic Movie -The 1997 release of 'Titanic' renewed the world's interest in a bygone

era and the fate of the Titanic's maiden voyage. Find out more about the Titanic

movie that captured the world's interest and won a ton of Academy Awards.

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