Why The Titanic Sank – Bartlett's Investigation Reveals Startling Facts

The sinking of the RMS Titanic on April 15, 1912, remains one of the most iconic maritime disasters in history. The tragic event claimed the lives of more than 1,500 people, leaving the world in shock and disbelief. For decades, numerous theories and speculations have circulated about the factors that led to the Titanic's demise. However, the recent investigation conducted by renowned researcher Bartlett has shed new light on the true reasons behind the tragedy.

The Cascade of Mistakes

Bartlett's meticulous investigation uncovered a series of cascading mistakes that played a significant role in the sinking of the Titanic. The combination of these errors contributed to the catastrophic outcome and the tragic loss of lives.

Why the Titanic Sank

by W. B. Bartlett (Kindle Edition)

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It all began with the inadequate number of lifeboats onboard. Shipbuilders believed that such a massive vessel was 'unsinkable' and, therefore, only provided enough lifeboats for around half of the total passengers and crew. This grave oversight set the stage for disaster.

Another critical error was the speed at which the Titanic was traveling. The ship was sailing at high speed through an area known to be filled with icebergs. This decision was driven by a relentless pursuit of record-breaking transatlantic crossing time. Unfortunately, this need for speed ultimately sealed the fate of the Titanic and its passengers.

Insufficient Safety Features

Bartlett's investigation also uncovered gross deficiencies in the safety features of the Titanic. The ship lacked enough watertight compartments to sustain multiple breaches in the hull effectively. When the iceberg struck, it punctured too many compartments, making it impossible for the crew to control the flooding and prevent the sinking.

Furthermore, Bartlett revealed startling information about the quality of rivets used during the construction of the Titanic. The rivets that held the steel plates together were found to be of substandard quality, leading to structural weaknesses. This flaw significantly contributed to the ship's inability to withstand the impact of the iceberg.

Ineffectual Alert Systems

Another shocking revelation from Bartlett's investigation concerns the ineffective alert systems onboard the Titanic. The ship's lookout, Frederick Fleet, spotted the iceberg ahead and alerted the bridge. However, due to communication issues and a failure to take immediate action, the collision proved unavoidable.

Additionally, Bartlett discovered that the Titanic's wireless operators failed to relay crucial ice warnings from other nearby ships. These warnings could have potentially altered the course or reduced the speed of the Titanic, allowing it to avoid disaster. The lack of a coordinated communication system ultimately cost the lives of many onboard.

Bartlett's Legacy

The groundbreaking investigation conducted by Bartlett not only unraveled the facts surrounding the sinking of the Titanic but also led to significant improvements in maritime safety regulations worldwide. Bartlett's findings compelled authorities to enforce stricter mandates regarding lifeboat capacity, construction quality, and communication systems.

Even a century later, the lessons learned from the Titanic tragedy continue to shape the shipping industry. The pursuit of luxury and record-breaking achievements must always be balanced with the highest standards of safety.

In , Bartlett's investigation into why the Titanic sank Bartlett has shed new light on the series of mistakes, deficiencies, and oversights that contributed to the tragic outcome. The sinking of the Titanic remains a somber reminder of the consequences of negligence and the importance of prioritizing safety in the face of ambition.

Why the Titanic Sank

by W. B. Bartlett (Kindle Edition)

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Although the answer appears obvious, there is far more to the sinking of the Titanic than is popularly understood. On 10 April 1912 Titanic - the largest and most luxurious ocean liner in the world - left Southampton on her maiden voyage. The only headlines she expected to make were on her triumphant arrival in New York. But just five days later, she was a wreck at the bottom of the North Atlantic, taking over 1500 lives with her. Why? The answer to this question is a set of circumstances and a chain of events that came together to seal her fate and that of so many of her passengers and crew. Nature of course played her part in the form of that gigantic iceberg as well as in other less obvious ways. Most of all though there was human error, complacency and an inability to think the unthinkable when designing or sailing the ship. Just one different action at any stage in the chain could have saved the life of Titanic or at least most, if not all, of those aboard her. The world still has much to learn from the loss of the Titanic. This book explains why the largest ship in the world was lost and just how the voyage of a lifetime turned into a nightmare.

About the author

W. B. Bartlett is the author of eleven history books including TITANIC: 9 HOURS TO HELL, THE SURVIVORS' STORY ('Quite the best and most level-headed telling of the whole story I have ever read' THE INDEPENDENT ON SUNDAY; 'So enthralling that you can almost hear the ghosts of the drowned, pressing to share their memories of that night of terror' THE DAILY MAIL), THE DAM BUSTERS: IN THE WORDS OF THE BOMBER CREWS, LEGENDS OF BLOOD: THE VAMPIRE IN HISTORY & MYTH and ASSASSINS: THE STORY OF MEDIEVAL ISLAM'S SECRET SECT. He lives in Bournemouth.

The Kindle edition of "Why the Titanic Sank" contains 50 black and white illustrations