As one of the most famous ships in history, the Titanic has long captivated the interest of many, even decades after its tragic sinking. Alongside the disaster that befell the Titanic, there are numerous stories about the passengers aboard the ship, as well as many other intriguing facts about the vessel that are often overlooked.
1. Third Class Passengers Shared Two Bathrooms
Although third-class passengers on the Titanic had better accommodations than those on other ships, the amenities they received were still quite limited compared to the upper-class sections. According to ABC News, the number of passengers in third-class cabins ranged from 700 to 1,000. However, all of these passengers had to share just two bathrooms instead of having private facilities like those in the higher classes.
2. Canned Food from the Titanic Still Remains
When the Titanic was discovered, most of the food it carried had completely decomposed over the years. However, according to some sources, a small amount of canned food was found in the remains that may still be usable.
“Certain types of food, such as canned goods, can be protected from the decay caused by microorganisms if kept in proper containers,” stated marine biologist Holger W. Jannasch.
3. Game of Thrones Filming Took Place on the Titanic’s Original Site
Not many people know that the RMS Titanic was actually built at the Harland and Wolff shipyard in Belfast, Northern Ireland. Interestingly, the television series Game of Thrones was primarily filmed at various locations in Northern Ireland, including Paint Hall Studios in Belfast, where the Titanic shipyard had been repurposed for film and television production.
4. The Story of the Navratil Brothers
Michel and Edmond Navratil were two brothers who were separated from their father during the voyage. The brothers were brought aboard the Titanic to start a new life in America, without their mother. After the tragedy struck, the two boys, aged 2 and 4, were among the survivors, and they were later identified through a newspaper photograph.
5. The Tale of Violet Constance Jessop
Violet Constance Jessop was a stewardess and nurse who is known for surviving not only one but two shipwrecks. Initially, she was lucky enough to escape the sinking of the Titanic. On her second occasion, she also survived the sinking of the Britannic under similar circumstances.
6. Two Books Predicted the Titanic Disaster
Before the Titanic set sail for its maiden voyage and met its tragic fate, two obscure books predicted events that mirrored the ship’s sinking. The first book was written in 1886 by W.T. Stead, a prominent journalist and social reformer. It tells the story of a fictional ship that sinks after hitting an iceberg, resulting in numerous fatalities. The second book, titled “Futility or the Wreck of the Titan,” was published in 1912 by Thomas Andrews just a few months before the Titanic’s ill-fated journey.
Both of these books contain several striking similarities to the Titanic’s actual disaster, including the name of the ship, its size, the lack of lifeboats, and the cause of the tragedy (colliding with an iceberg). The convergence of these two stories has led many to believe that they might serve as a type of warning or foreshadowing.
7. There Will Be a Titanic II, But It Is Still Under Construction
Australian businessman Clive Palmer and his company, Blue Star Line, have proposed plans to build a replica of the Titanic. It is said that the ship will be designed to undertake voyages across the Atlantic, although the project has faced delays. The maiden voyage was originally scheduled for 2022; however, this project seems to be stalled.
Source: Bright Side
