April 15, 1912On April 14, 1912 the ship that had been labeled "unsinkable" hit an iceberg and sank less than three hours later in the early hours of April 15.
Brad Matsen and Richie Kohler's new book, Titanic's Last Secrets, adds to the volumes of knowledge about the Titanic. Using underwater archaeology methods and working with a marine forensic analyst, the authors attempt to explain why Titanic sank so quickly and sent over 1,500 people to a watery grave. Construction issues, compromises and their tragic consequences are discussed.
Further Reading and Viewing:
Click to review a quick list of books and films, fiction and non-fiction, all about the Titanic. Here's a few of our favorites...
A Night to Remember: Walter Lord's 1955 classic with new introduction by historian Nathaniel Philbrick.
Secrets of the Titanic: Produced by the National Geographic Society in 1986, this DVD recounts the first underwater looks at the Titanic's wreckage by Dr. Robert Ballard of Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution and his team of researchers. The DVD includes "Last hours of the Titanic" and an interview with Dr. Ballard.
Titanic Voices: Includes oral histories, letters, and outstanding photographs.
