Unprepared for Catastrophe

The Titanic’s encounter with an iceberg was unforeseen. Maritime norms urge readiness for the worst. The captain’s failure to adopt essential safety measures, resulting in his and many others’ demise, has been widely condemned.

Despite having enough life vests for everyone, the Titanic was equipped with just 20 lifeboats instead of the possible 64, prioritizing aesthetics over safety. This grave miscalculation meant only a third of the passengers survived, highlighting a tragic oversight in planning for potential disasters.