The sinking of the RMS Titanic in 1912 is often cited as a tragedy born from human hubris and technological overconfidence. Deemed "unsinkable," the Titanic's designers and crew underestimated the dangers posed by icebergs in the North Atlantic. A series of mishaps, including missed iceberg warnings and insufficient lifeboats, compounded the disaster. The Titanic's sinking led to significant changes in maritime safety regulations, including establishing the International Ice Patrol and improving lifeboat requirements. This catastrophe serves as a cautionary tale about the perils of overconfidence and the importance of vigilance, reminding us that even the most advanced technology can be vulnerable to unforeseen circumstances.
