Historical Photos Depicting Life on the Titanic Before Tragedy Struck

Eleven men valiantly battled a coal bunker fire aboard the Titanic, from Belfast to Southampton, as over 2,200 passengers unknowingly boarded for a grand Atlantic crossing, unaware of the inferno within.

Oblivious to the Titanic’s internal blaze, passengers remained in the dark, thanks to Ismay prioritizing reputation and investment over safety. Despite delays and investor pressure, Ismay launched the doomed voyage on April 10, 1912, fire be damned.