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April 15 marks the annual Titanic Remembrance Day, a day to honor and remember the 1,517 people who tragically lost their lives when the RMS Titanic sunk on its maiden voyage in 1912. It is estimated that over 2,200 passengers boarded the ship, with only 705 of them surviving this catastrophic event. The sinking of the Titanic remains one of the most impactful disasters to ever occur at sea and so it's important for us to take this time every year to reflect on those who were lost and pay our respects.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1911</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Titanic's Launching</div><div class='timeline-text'>RMS Titanic, the largest ship afloat at the time, was launched by the White Star Line in Belfast, Northern Ireland.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1912</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Titanic's Maiden Voyage</div><div class='timeline-text'>Titanic set off from Southampton, England for its maiden voyage to New York City on April 10th.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1912</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Sinking of the Titanic</div><div class='timeline-text'>Titanic hit an iceberg on April 14th and sank in the North Atlantic Ocean on April 15th, resulting in the deaths of more than 1,500 people.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1985</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Discovery of Titanic's Wreckage</div><div class='timeline-text'>The wreck of Titanic was finally discovered by a Franco-American expedition led by Robert Ballard at a depth of 3,840 meters (12,600 feet).</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1997</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>"Titanic" Movie Release</div><div class='timeline-text'>The film "Titanic", directed by James Cameron, was released, further sparking public interest and remembrance of the tragic event.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2012</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Titanic Remembrance Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>To mark the 100th anniversary of the tragic disaster, the first formal observance of Titanic Remembrance Day took place on April 15th.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Watch the movie</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take a moment to watch the classic 1997 movie, Titanic. It's a great way to remember the history of the famous ship.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Visit the Memorial Sites</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Visit one of the memorial sites located in Halifax, Nova Scotia, or Belfast, Ireland. These sites commemorate the tragedy and provide information about the ship and its passengers.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Learn about the History</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Research the stories and facts surrounding the Titanic. Learn about the people aboard and their experiences.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Listen to Music</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Play some of the music from Titanic, by composer James Horner, or some other music associated with the ship. You can find plenty of music inspired by the tragedy.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Read a book</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Pick up a book that tells the story of Titanic. There are many books out there that provide gripping details of what happened on that fateful day.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It is an important reminder of tragedy</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Titanic Remembrance Day serves to remind us all that tragedies such as the sinking of the Titanic can happen anywhere at anytime. This day serves to honor those who lost their lives and remember the lessons we have learned about disaster planning, safety, and human resilience.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It is a symbol of hope</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>While the sinking of the Titanic was a tragedy, we can also draw strength from the stories of courage and determination that emerged from its wake. It serves as a reminder that even in our darkest times, humans have an extraordinary capacity to endure and to find light and hope in even the most difficult circumstances.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It shows the power of history</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Titanic Remembrance Day serves to highlight just how powerful and lasting an impact history can have on our everyday lives. Rather than simply being a distant memory, this event still resonates with millions around the world over a century later, showing us just how connected we are through time and space.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Titanic was coined as "The Unsinkable"</h3><p class='facts-content'>The Titanic earned its nickname as the "unsinkable" ship due to its state-of-the-art safety features, a label that would later prove tragically ironic.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Not enough lifeboats on-board</h3><p class='facts-content'>Although the ship could carry over 2,200 passengers, Titanic had lifeboats enough for only half of that number - apparently due to aesthetic reasons and misplaced confidence in the ship's safety.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Titanic received Iceberg warnings</h3><p class='facts-content'>Before striking the iceberg, Titanic had received multiple iceberg warnings, but the ship continued to sail at nearly full speed.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Music Played Till the End</h3><p class='facts-content'>The ship's band reportedly continued to play music until the very end to maintain calm among the passengers. Their bravery and sacrifice is frequently hailed as one of Titanic's most heart-breaking stories.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The Wreckage is still on the Ocean Floor</h3><p class='facts-content'>Remaining almost untouched since its 1985 discovery, the Titanic's wreckage lies at a depth of about 2.5 miles under water, slowly but inevitably yielding to decay and sea life.</p></div></div>
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