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What Really Sank The Great Ship

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The sinking of the Titanic is one of the most famous maritime disasters in history. But what really caused the ship to sink? In this gripping book, author John Maxtone-Graham reveals the true story behind the tragedy.

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Drawing on extensive research and interviews with survivors, Maxtone-Graham uncovers the hidden factors that led to the Titanic's fateful demise. From the ship's design flaws to the captain's hubris, Maxtone-Graham reveals the shocking truth about one of the world's most enduring mysteries.

The Ship's Design Flaws

The Titanic was built with a number of design flaws that made it vulnerable to sinking. One of the most significant flaws was the ship's lack of watertight compartments. In the event of a collision, the watertight compartments would have prevented the ship from flooding and sinking.

Another design flaw was the ship's double bottom. The double bottom was designed to protect the ship from damage in the event of a collision. However, the double bottom was not extended all the way to the bow of the ship. This meant that when the Titanic collided with the iceberg, the water was able to flood into the ship's hull.

The Captain's Hubris

The captain of the Titanic, Edward Smith, was a highly experienced mariner. However, he made a number of mistakes that contributed to the ship's sinking.

One of Smith's most egregious mistakes was his decision to ignore the ice warnings that he received from other ships. Smith was aware of the danger of icebergs in the North Atlantic, but he chose to ignore the warnings because he was determined to make a record-breaking crossing.

Another mistake that Smith made was his decision to steam at full speed into the ice field. Smith was aware of the risk of colliding with an iceberg, but he chose to press on because he was determined to make up for lost time.

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The sinking of the Titanic was a tragedy that could have been avoided. The ship's design flaws and the captain's hubris combined to create a perfect storm that led to the ship's demise.

In his book, John Maxtone-Graham reveals the true story behind the Titanic disaster. Maxtone-Graham's book is a must-read for anyone who is interested in the history of the Titanic or in maritime disasters.