TITANIC

70 Huge Facts About the ‘Titanic’

The 'Titanic' sinking became the most infamous shipwreck in history—but what really happened on that unusually calm night in the North Atlantic?

The wreck of the RMS Titanic at the bottom of the Atlantic Ocean.

Watch Newly Released Footage of the ‘Titanic’ Wreck Shot in 1986

In honor of the 25th anniversary of James Cameron’s ‘Titanic,’ WHOI has released never-before-seen footage of the real-life shipwreck.

Kate Winslet and Leonardo DiCaprio in the new poster for 'Titanic.'

‘Titanic’ Is Headed Back to Theaters for Its 25th Anniversary—In 3D

You can grab tickets for you and your friend who’s somehow never seen James Cameron’s ‘Titanic’ movie.

Our 40 Favorite Stories of 2022

Mental Floss's writers and editors share their favorite stories from 2022.

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Mental Floss’s 16 Best Books of 2022

From 'The Candy House' by Jennifer Egan to 'Tracy Flick Can’t Win' by Tom Perrotta, discover the best books of 2022 according to Mental Floss.

See 'Titanic' in Mesmerizing 8K—the Highest Resolution Ever Captured of the Wreck

The new footage shows details of the 'Titanic' wreck that have never been captured on film before.

The S.S. 'Arctic' sinking was both a tragedy and a scandal.

6 Valuable Wrecks Still Waiting to Be Found

These mysterious undersea sites might contain millions (or billions) in lost treasure.

This Door-Shaped 'Titanic' Pool Float Definitely Has Room for Two

Could Jack have fit on the door? It’s up for debate—but he certainly could fit on this inflatable replica.

You won't have to head to sea to see some icebergs.

11 Cool Facts About Iceberg Alley

Every spring, hundreds of icebergs drift by the waters of Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada.

11 Facts About 'Titanic' Survivor J. Bruce Ismay

J. Bruce Ismay’s life was changed in an instant. At 1:40 a.m. on April 15, 1912, sporting pajamas under a suit and topcoat, with slippers on his feet, the chair

Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet in 'Titanic' (1997).

How Celine Dion's 'My Heart Will Go On,' a Song No One Wanted, Became a Titanic Hit

Even 25 years later, "My Heart Will Go On"—the love theme from 'Titanic'—can still make audiences weep. But it's a miracle it got made, as James Cameron wasn't interested in including a pop song in his historical drama and Celine Dion hated the song.

Madeleine Astor: The Gilded Beginnings and Harrowing Survival of the 'Titanic'’s Most Famous Widow

Socialite Madeleine Astor was 18 years old and five months pregnant when she boarded the RMS 'Titanic.' Here's the story of what led to her journey—and how she survived it.

The Hershey Company and the RMS 'Titanic' share a surprising link.

How the 'Titanic' Almost Sank Hershey

Milton S. Hershey almost traveled on the RMS 'Titanic.' Fortunately for chocolate lovers, he didn't.

The sinking of the 'Titanic' shook the world—and forced better maritime laws to be put into place.

4 Ways the ‘Titanic' Changed Maritime Safety

The sinking of the RMS 'Titanic' shook the world—and forced better safety regulations to be put into place.

Titanic sinking on the cover of Showman's Guide for the Rank Organisation film ' A Night to Remember ' with Kenneth More.

Women and Children First: How a Rarely-Used Maritime Practice Caused Confusion On Board the 'Titanic'

Over 100 years after 'Titanic' sank, the origins and true meaning of “women and children first” remain a source of confusion.

100 Fascinating Facts About the ‘Titanic’

The “unsinkable” Titanic wasn’t exactly marketed as unsinkable. And that’s just the tip of the iceberg.

Violet Jessop volunteered as a nurse in World War I after surviving the Titanic sinking.

7 Facts About ‘Titanic’ Survivor Violet Jessop

Surviving the 'Titanic' was not Jessop’s first escape from a maritime disaster—nor would it be her last.

RMS 'Olympic,' one of the 'Titanic's' sister ships

The Surprising Fates of the 'Titanic's' Sister Ships

The stories of the 'Olympic' and 'Britannic' were overshadowed by their middle sister’s legend.

Mental Floss Presents: Titanic Timeline

We look back at the people, events, and twists of fate that set the Titanic’s incredible story in motion—and the legacy we still honor today.

A 'Titanic' memorial in Washington, D.C.

14 Moving Monuments and Memorials to the 'Titanic'

The most famous maritime disaster of all time is commemorated with plaques and memorials around the world.

15 Questions About the RMS 'Titanic,' Answered

Who built the Titanic? How big was it? How many people were onboard? How many people survived? Your biggest Titanic Qs—answers.

11 Best Gifts For 'Titanic' Buffs

With 'Titanic'-themed gifts like 3D puzzle ship replicas and bestselling books, our wish lists will go on—and on.

Seven-year-old Eva Hart's signature from a letter written on the Titanic's maiden voyage

6 Facts About 'Titanic' Survivor Eva Hart, One of the Last to Remember the Disaster

In her later years, Eva Hart had the distinction of being the last living 'Titanic' survivor with first-hand memories of the disaster.

11 Unsinkable Facts About 'Titanic' Survivor Molly Brown

Molly Brown is one of the most famous survivors of the RMS 'Titanic,' but here are 11 facts you probably didn't know about this larger-than-life figure.