20+ Staggering Titanic Photos You Have Never Seen Before

By Juliet Smith 2 years ago

The First-Class Lounge

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The Smoking Lounge

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As you can see, the design is extremely elaborate - and you would expect nothing less for the smoking lounge on the Titanic. A gorgeous skylight window with stained glass makes the room look so elegant. Did you know that some of the stained glass window frames can actually still be found at the wreckage site?!

First Class Bathroom

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Overall, the Titanic was a huge ship. But, did you know that there were a whopping 840 guest bedrooms on the ship. 416 of these were first class, 162 were in second class and there were 262 in third class. There were approximately 2,200 people on the voyage.

The Veranda Cafe

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If you were a first class passenger, then you had access to certain areas of the ship that other guests didn't have access to. So, first class passengers were the only ones who could use the Veranda Cafe. The whole theme of the cafe was tropical, they even imported palm trees!

Sitting Room In Luxury Cabin

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This image shows the inside of the ships most luxurious cabin. This sitting room is located in one of the Parlous Suites and there were only four of them. Included in this room are multiple fireplaces and a private sitting area. Back in the day a ticket cost $4,350 which equals around $115,060 in today's money.

A Second-Class Sleeping Cabin

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The facilities that were available in the second-class rooms on the Titanic, were probably equivalent to first class cabins in other ships at the time. So, to put it into monetary terms a room like this cost approximately $60. In today's term, it translates to roughly $1,700.

Second Class-Cabin

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This is the second-class accommodation that was available on board the titanic. This amazing, large cabin could sleep a maximum of four people. These cabins weren't always as opulent as as the first-class cabins, but you wouldn't be complaining if you had one of these!

The Grand Stair Case

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Now, you only got to see this amazing, grand staircase if you were in the first class cabin. This amazing centre-piece had an extremely intricate design. At the top of the staircase, was a huge glass dome above. Ornate clocks, iron railings and gorgeous wooden carvings made this centre-piece what it was.

The Food Was Incredible

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If you were going to eat anywhere on board the titanic, then this was the place to go! The meals they served here were unlike anything you can image. In fact, on evening they actually served a full 10 course meal with the liked of lamb, poached salmon and chocolate eclairs.

Mother And Daughter Survive

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Here is a mother alongside her daughter. Both of them survived the Titanic. As we can see in the mother's face, she is still completely scarred by the experience here. Most of the passengers aboard the Titanic did were not able to survive, these two were given a place on the lifeboat.

Two Babies Survive

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Similarly, these two small baby brothers were taken from the ship and put onto a life boat. Due them being so small they were prioritised when they were found and put onto the ship. As for their parents, it is unknown what happened to them. They were too young to realise what was happening.

The Unsinkable Molly Brown

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Molly Brown is a famous figure of the Titanic. Not only did she survive herself, but she also helped other passengers survive too. And, when they went back to the wreckage she went along to help try and find people who had been left behind and had not been able to be saved on the life-boat.

A Fundraiser For Survivors

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This is after the tragic incident. This is during a fundraiser that was held specifically for Titanic survivors, to raise money to help them. Those who had lost everything or those who needed help after the experience. We can see there was a huge turnout for the event.

First Class

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This is a bunch of passengers who are in first class on the boat. The treatment between classes differed massively back then. As we can see, they are being served drinks as they sit out on the deck on sun loungers draped with blankets. This was not long before the tragedy occurred.

Being Eaten Away

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This is a real-life photo of the ship as it is today. The ship lay undiscovered for 70 years because no boat could survive the pressure that far down into the ocean. Then new technology allowed people to explore and take photos. It shows a  bacteria which thrives in extreme conditions eating away at the shipwreck.

A Digital Reconstruction

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This is a digital reconstruction of the Titanic ship. After the ship had been able to be discovered, it led to the realisation that it had broken in half before sinking. With this reconstruction, it allows us to see exactly where the ship snapped in two.

The Immediate News Report

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This shows one of the most immediate news reports that came after the Titanic crashed into the iceberg and sank. The most immediate report actually claimed that no lives had been lost. As we can see this one is more up-to-date, yet still not fully informed.

Abandoned Shoes

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These were a pair of shoes found and left in the exact same place as a memory of the Titanic of the lives lost. These shoes have been left abandoned in the panic and chaos of the events of that terrible day. Photos such as these are a chilling reminder of all of those lives affected.

The Captain Chatting To Passengers

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These are rare photos of the captain out and about on the ship. He is talking to his crew on the first photo and in the second photo he is casually chatting to a passenger. It feels very surreal to be able to see these photos from on-board the Titanic after knowing what happened.

The Captain Looking Through A Telescope

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Again, here is a photo where we can see the captain of the Titanic. Here he has been captured on camera whilst he is peering through a telescope. The very telescope which was used to see the ice berg which sunk the Titanic. We can also see the passengers aboard the ship.

Eva Hart

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This is Eva Hart. Her memory is now famous because she was a survivor of the ship and she went on to live to the age of 91 from being such a young girl on the Titanic. Here she is with her mother and father. She escaped due to the mother and child policy alongside her mother. Her father sank with the ship.

The Lifeboats

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Here are the life-boats, not yet occupied by those who were rescued. here they are on the Titanic. It is one of the great tragedies not just that the Titanic crashed, but there were only enough lifeboats to fit one-third of all the passengers. Seeing them here is a line is a haunting reminder.

The Updated News

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Back then, the news was of course less efficient and there was no such thing as online news. People had to wait for the release of the newspaper. Here we can see it broadcasting for the first time, the fact that thousands of lives had been lost during the tragedy.

J.P Morgan

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This is J.P Morgan. He was a millionaire and he had booked a great suite on the ship. In fact, his rich friend was also going to be joining him on the ship. He pulled out of the voyage very last minute due to illness. But some people think that he knew what would happen and he warned his friend not to go too.

The Federal Reserve

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Here he is again. The conspiracy does not just stem from the fact he pulled out last minute. But it comes from the fact that he would have benefited from the sinking of the ship as it would lead to the creation of the federal reserve - which it did.

A Prophecy

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This was a novel written by Morgan Robertson 14 years before the sinking of the Titanic. The book is about a great ship called the Titan which crashes into an iceberg and sinks. The front cover shows a ship and an iceberg. The subject of the book is uncannily similar to the Titanic disaster.

The Unknown Ship

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Eva Hart has given many accounts of that night due to being one of the survivors who lived a long time after the Titanic. She claimed that she saw a ship a few miles away that very same night. There are no accounts of this but some people believe it was an illegal seal hunting ship which concealed its journey.

The Unfilled lifeboats

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When we see photos such as this it is heart-breaking. As we know, there were no way near enough lifeboats for the passengers. And, as we see here the first lifeboats that were filled were not even filled to capacity, they were half full. Which means more passengers could have been saved.

The Band

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We all know the heart wrenching story of the band that went down with the ship, playing as they knew they were sinking. the band had eight members and they decided to play for the rest of the passengers, knowing that they were sacrificing their lives by doing so. Here is one of the violins from the ship.

Charles Joughin

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Charlies Joughin was one of the bakers aboard the ship. He became famous for surviving the ship, he stayed on board drinking alcohol and he threw chairs over board so that people could use them as floating devices. He managed to survive the freezing cold waters.

Being Built

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This shows the Titanic when it was still under construction. It is a strange thing to see the Titanic before it was made, knowing the horrors of how it was destroyed soon after. At this point, the ship was almost ready and the final building was being done.

Before It Set Off

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This is the ship before it took off. This gives us a perspective of the scale of the ship - this is one of the propellers and the men in comparison look miniscule. It gives us a feeling of the magnitude of the ship. It was one of the biggest boats ever to be made.

Captain Henry Rostron With Survivors

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This is Captain Henry Rostron surrounded by survivors. They were being given an award. As we can see, they are in their ships uniform here again. It must have been a strange experience to put the uniform back on again after the trauma they experienced.

Survivors Being Rescued

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In this image we see a recreation of the survivors being hauled along the side of the ship. You can see one ship in the front and two following behind. These are some of the passengers who managed to be rescued. Most of them were children or women due to the policy put in place.

Memorial

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This is a Titanic memorial in New York to honor everyone who was involved, all of those who died or lost a family member and, those who survived and lived with the grief. It serves as a constant reminder of one of the biggest nautical tragedies ever.

Funeral Service

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This is a funeral service after the Titanic had sunk. It is a funeral service that commemorated all of those aboard the ship who lost their life. It wasn't a singular service but in honour of the thousands of lives that were lost on that terrible day.

Aboard the Lifeboat

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Here we have a photo of one of the life-boats. It is filled with passengers. There was actually supposed to have been a life-boat drill that morning which had been scheduled and canceled. As a result, even the life-boats that were available were not filled as much as they could have been.

The Titanic Bell That Rang Out The Warning

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The Titanic's bell was discovered at the bottom of the ocean - the very bell that was rang three times by sailor Frederick Fleet to warn the ship of the incoming iceberg. The bell is now on display at the Titanic Museum in Massachusetts, USA. A ship's bell is known as her heart.

Survivors Gathered At Millbay Docks

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Some of the survivors - all crewmembers - were taken to Plymouth a few weeks after the Titanic had sank. 86 members of the crew stayed overnight here at Millbay Docks in Plymouth and were then sent to Southampton on a train. One man of 83 on one of the ship's watches recalled that only 8 of the 83 men on that shift survived.

The Titanic Memorial In London

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This memorial for the victims of the Titanic was held at St Paul's Cathedral in London. The amount of people who turned up would have filled the cathedral twice over. Thousands of people were lining the streets. The memorial was for the estimated 1,517 people who died when the ship sank.

The Ship's Departure From Southampton

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On what was an exciting and joyous day at the time, the Titanic took her maiden voyage from Southampton docks. This first voyage was meant to be one of many, but nobody knew that when the ship left Southampton, it would be the first and last time. And those on board didn't know the horror in store.

 18 Out Of 20 Lifeboats Were Used

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And some of these were not filled to maximum capacity. The 20 lifeboats could only accommodate around half of the amount of people on board, and only 18 of the 20 were used and filled to half of what they could have taken. Many lifeboats were afraid of returning in case they were sunk by victims trying to climb on board.

Dishes Used By Wealthy Guests Now Lying At The Bottom Of The Ocean

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More than 6,000 meals were prepared every day during Titanic's voyage. The ship's last meal was eaten by the most wealthy guests with a lavish spread. The feast served on these plates included oysters, salmon, lamb, beef, wine, champagnes and desserts, to name only a few.

The First Class Dining Lounge

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The largest room on the ship was actually the first-class dining lounge. The room could fit 500 wealthy passengers, who would be expected to dress in white tie and gowns for their meals. Dinners served in this room could actually be up to eleven different courses.

The Two Pieces Of The Ship Were Found Over 500 Meters Apart

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When the ship split in two, the two parts of the Titanic did not sink to the bottom of the ocean in the same place, with a significant different between where the parts were found. The wreck is around 12,500 feet below the ocean. The wreck was first discovered in 1985, and thousands of items have been recovered from it since.

An Alternate View Of The Grand Staircase

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You might have thought that the famous grand staircase was only the one main part that's so famous now, seen looking upwards with the statue at the bottom of the bannister. Here you can see how huge it really was, with the levels leading in different directions.

Could Binoculars Have Saved The Ship?

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At the time the iceberg was noticed, binoculars had not been used, because it wasn't believed there were any on board. However, this pair of binoculars was actually stored in a locker, but the man responsible had forgotten to leave the key to it. One lookout later said that if the binoculars had been available, the iceberg would have been spotted early enough, but others have claimed it was too dark to have made a difference.

The Promenade Deck

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The Promenade Deck was an outside space available for first-class passengers to stroll and get some fresh air. Deck chairs were available to be rented, and some people played games on deck, like cards or chess. Some of the deck chairs were found after the ship sank, and are now displayed in museums.

Frederick Dent Ray Was The Longest Surviving Crew Member

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Ray was one of the crew members who survived the Titanic, and he went on to live a full life and died at the age of 97. At his death, he was the longest living person among those from the crew who had survived. He helped passengers into lifeboats, and caught a child that was thrown down to him so that he could move it to safety.

Plumbing System

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This is the real plumbing system from the Titanic. Of course, this is a recent photo which has been taken when the system is old and rusted and we can see how it has decomposed at the bottom of the ocean. Nevertheless to see real-life photos from inside of the ship is fascinating.

This is why the Titanic was marketed as a once-in-a-lifetime experience - it was affordable to upper and lower class  passengers

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The passengers aboard the Titanic came from various walks of life, each drawn to the voyage for different reasons.  These would include enjoying a chance of luxury for the wealthy and emigrating to America for a better quality of life for the less fortunate.

First class passengers could have it all!

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First class passengers on the Titanic were predominantly wealthy individuals, including industrialists, businessmen, celebrities, and prominent figures from society.  A ticket on the Titanic would have been a good talking point, to impress their friends and associates.

Sheer luxury and prestige

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Many first class passengers were attracted to the Titanic for its reputation as the epitome of luxury and opulence.  Very wealthy travelers loved to be waited on, hand and foot, and this was certainly the voyage that promised such attention, every hour of every day.

Transatlantic travel in style

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The Titanic offered a means of transatlantic travel between Europe and North America, appealing to those seeking to cross the Atlantic in comfort and style.  It was a long journey and the ship made sure that every need was met and passengers cold engage in the many activities on board.

To seal a deal in a business meeting

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Wealthy businessmen and entrepreneurs often traveled on the Titanic for business purposes, conducting meetings and negotiations during the voyage.  The amenities catered to the needs of such travelers, offering privacy, comfort, and convenience during the trip..

Showcasing social status

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Traveling on the Titanic was a real status symbol, allowing passengers to show off and showcase their wealth and social standing.  Despite the tragic fate of the Titanic, its legacy as a symbol of elegance, prestige, and social standing endures to this day.

Amazing leisure and recreation activities

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Some first class passengers embarked on the Titanic for leisure and recreation, enjoying the amenities and activities available onboard.  They could be easily bored as they were use to living the high life so the ship was a perfect choice to keep them entertained.

Second class passengers were usually academics or tourists

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Second class passengers on the Titanic were typically middle class individuals, including professionals, academics, and tourists. Second class accommodations offered a balance of comfort and affordability, appealing to passengers seeking a higher standard of travel without the extravagance of first class.

These included immigrants and emigrants

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Second class passengers included immigrants and emigrants who were traveling to and from Europe and North America in search of better opportunities.  Many saw the Titanic as a means of transportation to their new homes and destinations across the Atlantic.

Families wanted to start a new life in America

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Many second class passengers were families and couples looking to start new lives or reunite with loved ones in distant lands.  Families wanted to give their kids a head start and to have a good education, leading to a profession which would give them all substantial rewards.

Even third class passengers could live the dream

 
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Third class passengers on the Titanic were primarily immigrants, seeking a fresh start in America or returning to their homelands in Europe.  Some individuals and families were seeking religious freedom, cultural ties, and community support in America.

They had hopes for the future

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Third class passengers were often motivated by hopes of prosperity and a better future for themselves and their families.  Some sought to reunite with loved ones and build new lives together in their adopted country, where they could support each other and contribute to their communities.

There were economic opportunities

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Many third class passengers were drawn to the promise of economic opportunities and a better standard of living in the United States.  They had a determination to better themselves and have a good standard of living - and America appeared to be that place.

They wanted to escape from poverty

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Third class passengers saw emigration as a means of upward social mobility, escaping poverty and hardship in their native countries.  They hoped to secure jobs in America's burgeoning industries, such as manufacturing, mining, agriculture, and construction.

The whole family would travel

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Third class passengers included families with children, hoping to build a better life in America.  They traveled with all their worldly goods which, taking into account the number of children they had, didn't amount to very much.  They hoped all that could change.

There was so much cultural diversity

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The Titanic was a melting pot of cultures, with passengers from various countries and backgrounds sharing the journey.  Despite their differences, passengers aboard the Titanic shared a common humanity and sense of solidarity as they embarked on a historic journey together.

Don't get me started on the cuisine!

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The Titanic offered a diverse and lavish menu for its first class passengers, featuring gourmet dishes, fine wines, and elaborate desserts.  The meals were meticulously prepared by highly skilled chefs using the finest ingredients available - and it as all in abundance.

It had a definite French influence

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The Titanic's cuisine was heavily influenced by French culinary traditions, with an emphasis on haute cuisine and sophisticated dining experiences.  These cooking techniques were evident in the meticulous cooking methods, sauces, and garnishes used to elevate the flavors and textures of each dish.

So many courses for the first class passengers

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First class passengers enjoyed multi-course meals served in elegant dining saloons, featuring appetizers, soups, entrees, and desserts.  Appetizers included chilled seafood such as oysters, shrimp cocktail, smoked salmon, or caviar served with toast points or blinis.

A la carte options of course

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First class passengers could choose from a wide selection of a la carte dishes, tailored to their individual tastes and preferences.  Religious choices would be included. Whatever the passenger desired, staff would go out of their way to deliver such a dish, or the closest thing to it.

The dinners were very formal

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The Titanic hosted formal dinners and banquets for its first class passengers, complete with elaborate table settings, silverware, and fine china.  Passengers attending formal dinners and banquets aboard the Titanic were expected to adhere to a strict dress code.

Only the best ingredients

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The Titanic's kitchens used the highest quality ingredients sourced from around the world, ensuring a memorable dining experience for passengers.  Oysters, in particular, were a firm favorite with the upper classes and they would eat them in abundance.

Too much variety and choice!

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The Titanic offered a diverse menu, catering to different dietary preferences and cultural tastes among its first class passengers. Bread pudding was a firm favorite.   It was bread or cake soaked in a rich custard mixture of eggs, milk, sugar, and spices, baked until golden brown and served warm with a drizzle of vanilla sauce or caramel.

Time for afternoon tea!

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Afternoon tea was a popular ritual for first class passengers, featuring an assortment of teas, sandwiches, pastries, and cakes.  The pastries mainly had a French twist to them. Passengers partook in afternoon tea served in the ship's lounges and dining saloons.

Live music was first class

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The Titanic featured live music performances in its first class lounges and public areas, providing entertainment and ambiance for passengers.  Live music aboard the Titanic also facilitated cultural exchange and appreciation among passengers from different backgrounds and nationalities.

The Titanic had its own orchestra

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The Titanic's orchestra, led by bandleader Wallace Hartley, entertained passengers with classical music, popular tunes, and requests.  Their diverse selection of music catered to the tastes and preferences of the ship's cosmopolitan passenger population.

You could dance to a waltz, a polka ......

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The orchestra played a variety of musical selections, including waltzes, polkas, ragtime, and opera excerpts, to suit different tastes and moods.  Wallace Hartley and his orchestra played a prominent role in the evening's entertainment program. Their performances added to the festive atmosphere.

Not forgetting concerts and recitals

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The Titanic's musicians performed concerts and recitals throughout the voyage, showcasing their talent and repertoire to appreciative audiences.  They organized  themed musical evenings featuring specific genres or styles of music such as folk and jazz.

Great for mingling

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Passengers gathered in the first class lounges and smoking rooms to socialize, mingle, and enjoy the camaraderie of fellow travelers.  Everyone would have been in a great mood.  They were eating the best food and drinking stunning wines and champagne.

The reading room for relaxing

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The Titanic's libraries and reading rooms offered a quiet retreat for passengers seeking solitude and relaxation during the voyage.  In addition to books, the libraries and reading rooms offered a selection of newspapers, magazines, and periodicals from around the world.

How about a game

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Passengers engaged in card games, board games, and other forms of gaming entertainment in the ship's public areas and saloons.  Games such as bridge, poker, whist, and euchre were commonly played in the ship's lounges and designated areas.  Big money probably changed hands!

Health and wellness in between eating!

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The Titanic provided recreational facilities for passengers, including a gymnasium, swimming pool, and squash court, to promote health and wellness onboard.  These facilities were extremely popular with some first class passengers who always wanted to look in good shape in their finery.

A cultural learning experience

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The Titanic hosted educational lectures and presentations on topics ranging from science and technology to history and culture, enriching the passenger experience.  Lectures were often delivered by guest speakers, experts, scholars, and professionals with specialized knowledge and expertise in their respective fields.

For those who want to adhere to their religious beliefs, no problem

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Passengers participated in cultural events and celebrations onboard, including holiday festivities, religious services, and national observances.  The ship's galleries and exhibition spaces displayed artworks, artifacts, and cultural treasures from around the world, offering passengers insights into different cultures, civilizations, and artistic traditions.

Famous passengers could be spotted on board

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The Titanic attracted several notable passengers, including business magnates, celebrities, and dignitaries, adding to its allure and prestige.  For many famous individuals, transatlantic voyages were a practical necessity for attending events, or touring international destinations.

John Jacob Astor IV

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John Jacob Astor IV, a wealthy American businessman and real estate mogul, was among the first-class passengers aboard the Titanic.  He was accompanied by his young wife, Madeleine Astor, who was pregnant with their first child.  A tragedy within a tragedy.

Benjamin Guggenheim

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Benjamin Guggenheim, a prominent American businessman and scion of the Guggenheim family, traveled in first class with his mistress, Madame Aubart.  He set up charitable initiatives aimed at improving the welfare of others. His philanthropic endeavors reflected his commitment to social responsibility and community development.

Margaret "Molly" Brown

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Margaret Brown, also known as "The Unsinkable Molly Brown," was a socialite and philanthropist who survived the Titanic disaster and later became known for her heroic actions.  She rose to prominence in Denver society due to her husband's successful mining ventures, which brought them considerable wealth and social standing.

Isidor and Ida Straus

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Isidor Straus, a co-owner of Macy's department store, and his wife, Ida, were first class passengers on the Titanic. They chose to stay together and perished in the disaster.  Witnesses reported seeing Isidor and Ida standing arm in arm on the deck of the Titanic as the ship plunged into the icy waters of the North Atlantic

Colonel Archibald Gracie IV

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Colonel Archibald Gracie IV, a Civil War veteran and author, survived the Titanic sinking and later wrote a detailed account of the disaster which was published posthumously.  He succumbed to the effects of exposure and exhaustion shortly after being rescued.

Entertainment options were endless

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The Titanic offered a variety of entertainment options for passengers, including live music, theater performances, lectures, and social events.  The opulent dinners, in themselves, could be termed as entertainment as they always offered an element of surprise.

Formal evenings were the "bees knees"

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The Titanic hosted formal evenings and balls for its first class passengers, providing an opportunity to dress up, socialize, and enjoy the grandeur of the ship.  Professional photographers snapped portraits of passengers dressed in their finest attire,

Strolling on deck -ah, that sea air

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Passengers strolled along the Titanic's promenade decks, enjoying the fresh sea air and panoramic views of the ocean.  They had looked forward to the voyage for months, many had pad a lot of money for a ticket and they wanted to take in every aspect of it.

Star gazing was a dream

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On a clear night, passengers could marvel at the stars and constellations visible from the Titanic's open decks, appreciating the beauty and vastness of the night sky.  This trip had started out so dreamy.  No one ever dreamed the outcome of the vessel.

First class passengers could learn how to dance

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The Titanic's first class passengers danced to live music in the ship's elegant ballrooms and lounges, or participated in dance lessons and social gatherings.  The females in particular were happy to learn new dance steps but their husbands were not as keen!

Enjoying deck games

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Passengers played a choice of deck games on their trip, such as shuffleboard, quoits, and deck tennis, enjoying friendly competition and outdoor recreation.  Guests would also have enjoyed badminton, croquet and a bit of putting for those golf enthusiasts.

A chance to really dress up at a Cocktail party

The Titanic hosted cocktail parties and social receptions for first class passengers, providing opportunities to mingle, network, and enjoy convivial company.  A rich and robust cocktail made with whiskey, sweet vermouth, and a dash of bitters, garnished with a cherry. The Manhattan would have been a popular choice.

Private dining for those rich enough

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First class passengers had the option of dining in private rooms and suites, enjoying personalized service and exclusive culinary experiences.  Dining in these rooms and suites afforded passengers the luxury of uninterrupted dining experiences free from the hustle and bustle of the main dining saloons.

Such culinary delights

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The Titanic's culinary offerings included gourmet dishes, delicacies, and specialties from around the world, showcasing the finest ingredients and culinary expertise available at the time.  Chefs were continually surprising their guests with foods they could only dream of.

Eva Hart In Old Age

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This is Eva Hart when she had grown old. One of the famous survivors of the Titanic. Years later, she could not talk about her experiences even with her own mother who was also a survivor of the Titanic. Only years later did she start to talk and after a while, she gave detailed accounts which have become historical information.

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