Lost Photos of the Titanic and The Stories Behind Them

The Ritz Hotel

The Titanic was famously modeled after the Ritz Hotel in London. The grand staircase was a big indicator of the inspiration. The ship also had squash courts, a swimming pool, and even a fully functioning gym.

The Engineers Who Perished

Every Titanic engineer died during the event. They remained below deck to help keep the power running. A memorial was erected in Southampton in 1914 to honor the brave engineers who undoubtedly saved lives.

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Post originally appeared on Upbeat News.