Almost from the day her keel was laid, the Titanic began to accumulate myths and legends about her. On the pages that follow, some of the more persistent and pervasive of these myths and legends, some of them interesting, some bizarre, and others downright absurd or outrageous, will be addressed and, if need be, debunked. Ultimately the truth about the tragedy that was the Titanic disaster is amazing by itself–it doesn’t require the embellishments of fantasy.
Additional Titanic Resources
- Titanic Stories Titanic Stories presents authentic information and experiences about the Titanic on the island of Ireland.
- Unsung Heroes of Belfast, by Belfast Jurys Inn Hotel Commemorating men and women of Belfast whose accomplishments or sacrifices have not always been given the recognition they deserve.
- Victorian and Edwardian Websites–the Victorian Lovers.com The largest online guide to Victorian and Edwardian websites on the worldwide web.
- White Star Memories One of the world’s largest collections of Titanic and White Star memorabilia, preserving the memory of the Titanic and the White Star Line for future generations to discover and enjoy.
Special Video Section: "Two Minutes Aboard the Titanic"
- Two Minutes Aboard the Titanic–BUILDING A LEGEND
- Two Minutes Aboard the Titanic–LAUNCH DAY The first of a weekly web series devoted to history of the most famous steamship ever built–the RMS Titanic.
- Two Minutes Aboard the Titanic–UNSINKABLE