Facts about the titanic?

Certainly, here are some facts about the Titanic:

1. Construction: The Titanic was built in the Harland and Wolff shipyard in Belfast, Northern Ireland. It was one of three sister ships, including the RMS Britannic and RMS Olympic.

2. Maiden Voyage: The Titanic set sail on its maiden voyage from Southampton, England, on April 10, 1912, with stops in Cherbourg, France, and Queenstown (now known as Cobh), Ireland, before heading to New York.

3. Size: At the time of its launch, the Titanic was one of the largest and most luxurious ships in the world. It measured about 882 feet and 9 inches (269 meters) in length.

4. Passengers and Crew: The Titanic had a total capacity for approximately 3,547 passengers and crew members, but it was carrying around 2,224 people on its maiden voyage.

5. Tragic Sinking: The Titanic struck an iceberg on the night of April 14, 1912, and sank early on April 15. More than 1,500 people lost their lives in the tragic disaster.

6. Lifeboats: One of the controversies surrounding the Titanic disaster was the insufficient number of lifeboats on board. The ship had lifeboats for only about half of its intended capacity.

7. Luxury Amenities: The Titanic was known for its opulent features, including a grand staircase, a swimming pool, a gymnasium, and luxurious cabins for first-class passengers.

8. Wireless Communications: The ship's radio operators received several iceberg warnings on the day of the collision, but they were not given to the bridge in a timely manner.

9. Discovery: The wreckage of the Titanic was discovered by oceanographer Robert Ballard in 1985, about 12,500 feet (3,800 meters) below the surface of the North Atlantic.

10. Cinematic Adaptations: The story of the Titanic has been the subject of numerous books, documentaries, and films, including James Cameron's blockbuster movie "Titanic" released in 1997.

The sinking of the Titanic remains one of the most famous maritime disasters in history.