Introduction to the Titanic: A turning point in history
The Titanic set sail on April 10, 1912 as one of the fastest and largest ships of her time. What began as a ship known for its beauty and luxury became one known for one of the worst disasters in history. The public response to the loss of countless lives caused by the inadequacy of the Titanic's safety measures and the failures of communication revolutionized safety regulations and began an age of social awareness around the world.