Historical facts
Where did the Titanic sink?
South of Newfoundland, Canada.
Who was the captain of the Titanic?
Edward Smith
What did the Titanic hit to start sinking?
An iceberg
How many cabins did the Titanic have in total?
3
What organization was established after this incident?
The International Ice Patrol.
How many people were traveling on the Titanic?
2200 people
In which year did the Titanic sink?
1912
Before hitting the iceberg, what did lookouts spot and warn the crew about?
An iceberg
How many lifeboats were there on the ship?
20
What are the changes to the radio regulations on ships?
Passenger ships now implement a 24-hour radio duty system.
When did the Titanic sink?
April 14
Which ocean did the Titanic sink in?
The Atlantic Ocean
How long after hitting the iceberg did the Titanic sink (approximate)?
2 hours and 40 minutes
How many years does it take to build the ship?
The ship took over two years to build
What is the most fundamental legacy that the Titanic leaves to future generations?
The comprehensive awakening of maritime safety awareness and the reform of global maritime regulations.
How many people died?
1500 people
How many days did the Titanic sail before sinking?
4 days
What time did the Titanic collide with the iceberg on the night of the disaster?
11:40 PM (April 14, 1912)
Was there a moon in the sky on the night of the accident?
No
What was the most obvious change in the maritime field after the Titanic sank?
Strictly regulating the configuration of life-saving equipment on ships and the requirements for emergency drills.
Why did the Titanic sink?
Collided with an iceberg
Which key person was on board the Titanic and criticized for prioritizing luxury over safety, and survived the disaster?
J. Bruce Ismay
Why were many lifeboats not filled to their full capacity when the Titanic was abandoning ship?
Lack of time, panic, and overconfidence in the ship’s "unsinkable" design
Who first spotted the iceberg?
Lookout Frederick Fleet
Apart from the maritime safety reforms, the core legacy formed by the Titanic incident at the cultural level is essentially a long-term reflection on which social issues?
Class differences, human choices and the limitations of technological optimism