Disasters

The Wreck of the Titanic, in Poetry

The sinking of the Titanic has resonated now for 100 years in the consciousness of Canadians. The grief, wonder, and curiosity the disaster continues to inspire has been the impetus for countless literary works. While the majority of these are factual or biographical, significant imaginative works of poetry and prose have been produced, works that [...]

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Classic Shipwreck Songs

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To commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Titanic’s sinking, music historian Gary Cristall expores the history of shipwreck songs, from a legend about boxer Jack Johnson to a heroic toast!

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Remembering the Titanic

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On the 100th anniversary of the Titanic’s voyage and demise, we revisit the history of the magnificent ship, named for the Titans, the god-giants of Greek mythology.

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Halifax: The Titanic’s Undertaker

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Halifax’s role in the aftermath of the Titanic’s sinking has been described as the great ship’s undertaker. It was the closest port with railway and steamship connections to the U.S.

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Identifying the Titanic’s Victims

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Fatality reports were created for the 328 bodies recovered from the Titanic. From third-class passengers to millionaires, the reports are a window into the lives of the ship’s passengers.

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