Updated April 14, 2024 at 5 p.m.
The Titanic hit the iceberg at approximately 11:40 p.m. on this day in 1912.
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How did the Titanic hit the iceberg?
The Titanic hit the iceberg due to a combination of factors, including poor visibility, the lack of adequate warning systems, and the speed at which the ship was traveling. The crew also failed to take evasive action until it was too late.
What damage did the iceberg cause to the Titanic?
The iceberg caused significant damage to the Titanic, opening up a series of holes in the ship's hull that allowed water to flood in. The ship's designers had not anticipated such a scenario and had only provided the ship with enough lifeboats to accommodate half of the passengers and crew.
How long did it take for the Titanic to sink after hitting the iceberg?
The Titanic sank approximately two hours and forty minutes after hitting the iceberg, at around 2:20 a.m. on April 15, 1912. The ship's rapid sinking was due in part to the fact that it was not equipped with enough lifeboats to evacuate all the passengers and crew.
How many people died as a result of the Titanic hitting the iceberg?
Of the 2,224 passengers and crew aboard the Titanic, approximately 1,500 lost their lives as a result of the ship sinking. Many died from hypothermia after being forced into the frigid Atlantic Ocean when the lifeboats filled up.
