In the early days of May 1915, as spring began to color the shores of New York City, an engineering marvel prepared to undertake a journey across the Atlantic. RMS Lusitania, the jewel of the Cunard Line, was a spectacle of power and elegance, a symbol of human ambition that pushed the limits of what was possible. With her four grand funnels and sleek hull stretching out at an impressive 787 feet, she was a sight to behold. As she loomed majestically in the New York harbor, preparing to set off for her destination of Liverpool, England, none could have predicted the chilling fate that awaited her in the icy waters of the Atlantic.

Her passengers - a motley crew of the wealthy and influential, hopeful immigrants, and families seeking to reunite with loved ones - were embarking on a voyage that would unknowingly etch their names into the annals of history. Little did they know that their journey on the Lusitania would become a significant catalyst that would shift the course of the greatest war the world had ever seen.

Meanwhile, beneath the waves, another vessel lurked. Far from the grandeur and elegance of the Lusitania, the German submarine U-20, a stealthy predator of the deep, was preparing to leave its own indelible mark on history. Commanded by the unwavering Kapitänleutnant Walther Schwieger, U-20 was ready to fulfill its chilling mission, and the Lusitania had entered its crosshairs.

This is the story of the ill-fated voyage of the Lusitania, a tale of human ambition, political intrigue, and the unpredictable nature of warfare. A story set against the backdrop of the First World War that explores the events that led up to the disaster, the profound immediate and long-term impacts it had on the global stage, and the enduring legacy it left behind. As we delve into this fateful chapter of history, we invite you to journey with us across time and tide, into the heart of one of the most impactful maritime disasters of the 20th century.