Historical Photos Depicting Life on the Titanic Before Tragedy Struck

The budget cuts aboard the Titanic were a ticking time bomb. Comparing it to a banana, its exterior deceived many into believing in its invincibility. However, its vulnerability was exposed when the RMS Olympic collided with HMS Hawk, revealing its flimsy structure.

The collision between RMS Olympic and HMS Hawk unveiled the subpar quality of the steel, akin to constructing Fort Knox with crepe paper. Despite steelworkers’ warnings regarding the steel quality, Ismay’s indifference led to choosing inferior material, foreshadowing an inevitable disaster.