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Titanic on the Web

Titanic's Final Hours: What Really Happened?
The Discovery Channel
The Discovery Channel provides users with the opportunity for underwater adventure. Through a variety of photographs, illustrations, diagrams, and animated short films, users may investigate several aspects of the Titanic's history, as well as the efforts of recent expeditions seeking to study and salvage the ship's wreckage. The presentation encourages an interactive learning process, yielding a substantial understanding of some of the physical aspects of the ship and the difficulties associated with its exploration.

RMS Titanic, Inc. Online
RMS Titanic, Inc.
Excellent collection of photographs and brief historical synopsis provided by the official guardians of the Titanic wreck. Includes original images of the ship’s construction, of its interior, and from the ill-fated maiden voyage, along with photographs detailing the exploration of the wreck and several artifacts recovered from the ocean floor. This presentation is accompanied by a discussion of the Titanic’s history, the discovery of the wreckage, and subsequent research and recovery expeditions. Related merchandise is offered for sale.

One of the site’s most impressive features is the inclusion of the article "A Place for Miracles," which presents extensive information concerning the efforts of the LP3 Conservation team, of Semur-en-Auxois, France. The painstaking restoration of objects recovered from the Titanic is thoughtfully explained, affording a fascinating and informative introduction to this elaborate process.

Images of the Titanic From Maryland Newspapers
Maryland Newspaper Project, Maryland State Archives
A series of images from Maryland newspapers, examining newspaper coverage of the Titanic disaster on April 14, 1912. Files are in PDF format.

Titanic: The Exhibition
Florida International Museum
Introduction to the exhibition currently on display in St. Petersburg, Fla. Includes a brief narrative history of the Titanic as well as a virtual tour of its interior, photographs and illustrations of its current ocean-floor condition, and images of objects displayed in the exhibition.

The Jason Project
Mark Powers / National Geographic
Project founded by Robert Ballard (who discovered the wreck of the RMS Titanic) to involve teachers and students in interactive scientific expeditions. Presents journals from past Jason expeditions; teaching materials, including curriculum tips, ideas for online projects, an explanation of Jason's compliance with educational standards and National Education Goals, and professional development opportunities; a "Global Network" illustrating how classrooms worldwide are participating in Jason; and a forum for students to exchange ideas about the project.


Sites about the film:

Titanic
Twentieth Century Fox and Paramount Pictures
Official information about the James Cameron film. Includes a plot summary; profiles of cast and crew members with excerpts of interviews with the director; and film stills, movie trailers, and clips. Offers a glimpse into the creation of the film through sketches, storyboards, and time-lapse photography of the set construction. Actual footage of the sunken ship is incorporated into the presentation.

Titanic (1997)
Internet Movie Database
Credits and extensive additional material concerning the film. Includes a plot summary, a movie trailer, trivia, release dates, and technical information, with lists of cast and crew. Also offers links to related sites.

Titanic's Rough Voyage
Entertainment Weekly
Article by Paula Parisi about the filming of the epic movie. Includes interviews with the director, film stills, and photographs of the set. Also offers a bulletin board.

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