This episode explains the tragic story of the Titanic, a ship considered “unsinkable” when it set sail in 1912. The text highlights the ship’s advanced design, including watertight compartments meant to prevent sinking, and the high hopes placed upon its maiden voyage. However, the story takes a dark turn as it recounts the fateful night the Titanic collided with an iceberg, leading to its sinking and a catastrophic loss of life. The episode details the factors contributing to the disaster, such as the ship’s high speed and the inadequate number of lifeboats. It then shifts focus to the discovery of the wreck in 1985, and the subsequent research and analysis that have shed light on the events of that night. Ultimately, the text emphasizes the lessons learned from the tragedy, including the crucial need for improved ship safety regulations and communication systems.