Chapter
Warnings about Icebergs
04:52 - 13:07 (08:14)
The operators on board the Titanic received at least four messages about ice and were warned about big ice that was in the water, but continued on their projected course anyway.
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The Marconi wireless communication system was cutting-edge technology at the time of the Titanic's voyage, and the operators on board received several messages warning of ice in the water.
04:52 - 07:44 (02:52)
Summary
The Marconi wireless communication system was cutting-edge technology at the time of the Titanic's voyage, and the operators on board received several messages warning of ice in the water.
ChapterWarnings about Icebergs
EpisodeHow the Titanic Worked: Part Two
PodcastStuff You Should Know
The Titanic did receive warnings about potential ice flows on its path to New York via its wireless radios.
07:44 - 09:52 (02:07)
Summary
The Titanic did receive warnings about potential ice flows on its path to New York via its wireless radios. However, it is a mischaracterization to say that the warnings were significant enough to warrant slowing down or changing course.
ChapterWarnings about Icebergs
EpisodeHow the Titanic Worked: Part Two
PodcastStuff You Should Know
On the night of April 14th, 1912, the sea was calm and clear, making it difficult for the crew of the Titanic to spot icebergs.
09:52 - 10:52 (01:00)
Summary
On the night of April 14th, 1912, the sea was calm and clear, making it difficult for the crew of the Titanic to spot icebergs. This, coupled with the lack of binoculars and moonlight, made it impossible for them to avoid the fatal collision.
ChapterWarnings about Icebergs
EpisodeHow the Titanic Worked: Part Two
PodcastStuff You Should Know
The sinking of the Titanic was a result of several coincidental factors, including the rare alignment of the moon and spring tide that occurred just a few months prior to the disaster.
10:52 - 13:07 (02:14)
Summary
The sinking of the Titanic was a result of several coincidental factors, including the rare alignment of the moon and spring tide that occurred just a few months prior to the disaster. However, many people try to find retroactive things to blame.