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Hi!
Legally speaking, the safety of the ship was Captain Smith's responsibility. Personally I don't think anyone alone was to blame. I think there were a variety of factors. With regard to Smith, if he had been aiming for a Wednesday arrival then Titanic's speed would likely have been 21 1/2 knots. Although speed was increased to over 22 1/2 knots, I don't believe that he would have seen the need to slow down at 21 1/2 knots either. Clearly those navigating the ship misjudged what speed was safe, and overestimated their ability to see any hazard in time and take evasive action. Best regards, Mark. |
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Mark Chirnside, Warwickshire, England. 'RMS Olympic: Titanic's Sister.' |
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Posted on: 2004/8/27 16:54
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