Titanic Remembrance Day

Titanic Remembrance Day is a worldwide observance commemorating the Titanic shipwreck, which claimed the lives of many people. The exact number of victims has never been precisely determined. It is held every year on April 15 to honor all those who perished in the disaster.

History

The tragedy that inspired Titanic Remembrance Day occurred on the night of April 15, 1912. The ship was en route from Southampton to New York when the catastrophe took place in the North Atlantic. Large blocks of ice were still present in the ocean, and one of these was struck by the ship. The damage sustained did not allow the Titanic to remain afloat, and water began to flood the ship, eventually causing it to sink. The damage occurred at 11:40 PM, and by 2:20 AM the next day, the ship had disappeared beneath the waves. Experts estimate that between 1,480 and 1,640 people lost their lives in the disaster, while more than seven hundred were rescued.

The exact cause of the crash remains undetermined. Many believe that the captain ignored the danger and did not reduce speed or attempt to maneuver away from the iceberg. Others suggest that engineering flaws contributed to the severity of the damage from the impact.

Interesting Facts

• For those interested in mysticism, there is a theory that one of the passengers was transporting the mummy of an ancient Egyptian on board. This disturbance of the dead allegedly brought a curse, leading to the disaster.
• In defense of the ship’s crew, it is noted that they had no binoculars, severely limiting their visibility during the dark hours of the night.
• One of the ship’s surviving passengers, Dorothy Gibson, later participated in the filming of the movie “Saved from the Titanic.”

How to Celebrate

Learn more details about the disaster, and explore the various theories that attempt to explain why the Titanic crashed. Watch movies or documentaries about the disaster.

Share information about this day on social media. Ask others what they think is the most likely cause of the shipwreck.

When is Titanic Remembrance Day in 2025?

Titanic Remembrance Day is observed on April 15 each year.

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