How many people died on the titanic
- •
12 famous people who died on the Titanic — and 11 who survived
Subscribe Newsletters
This story is available exclusively to Business Insider subscribers. Become an Insider and start reading now.Have an account? .
- The Titanic — billed as an unsinkable ship — hit an iceberg and sank on April 15, 1912.
- More than 1,500 people died in the maritime disaster, while about 700 survived.
- Some of the victims and survivors were famous people.
The Titanic is one of the most famous tragedies in maritime history, and several of its victims and survivors were quite famous.
The ocean liner, which sank off the coast of Newfoundland on its maiden voyage to New York City, was billed as the paragon of luxury travel. As a result, many prominent people decided to book a trip on the doomed ship.
Some of its most famous passengers were a top fashion designer, one of the wealthiest men in the world, and a British countess.
Most of the well-known people on board were first-class passengers. Chuck Anesi, a researcher, crunched the numbers, breaking down the de
- •
Molly Brown and 11 Other Famous Titanic Passengers
Sailing from the docks of Southampton, England, the British passenger ocean liner the RMS Titanic set out on her maiden voyage on April 10, 1912, headed for New York City. Operated by the shipping company White Star Line and commandeered by Captain Edward John Smith, the ship, which was carrying 2,224 souls on board, made its way effortlessly across the cold North Atlantic waters until it hit a massive iceberg at 11:40 pm on April 14, causing irreparable damage. A few hours later, what was known as the "Unsinkable Ship," foundered and broke apart into the ocean, taking over 1,500 victims down with her.
Here are some of the most famous passengers who either survived or fell victim to the tragedy:
Molly Brown - Survivor
An American socialite whose husband struck it rich in the mining business, Molly Brown was known for her flashy hats and charming personality. While she enjoyed her wealth, she spent her life giving back, advocating for the rights of women and children and the importance of education.
Although s
- •
Passengers of the Titanic
Copyright ©cafebee.pages.dev 2025