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The Damage on the Lusitania by the first torpedo
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The Damage on the Lusitania by the first torpedo
A diagram showing the actually broken and the area weaked by the explosion. Date: 7 May 1915
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative diagram illustrates the devastating impact of the first torpedo that struck the RMS Lusitania on May 7, 1915. The British ocean liner, operated by the Cunard Line, was sailing from New York to Liverpool when it was attacked by a German U-boat during World War I. The diagram reveals the extent of the damage inflicted by the explosion, with the broken and weakened areas clearly marked. The Lusitania was a steam-powered transatlantic liner, renowned for its size and luxury, carrying over 1,900 passengers and crew. The sinking of the ship, which occurred just off the coast of Ireland, resulted in the tragic loss of over 1,100 lives, making it one of the most infamous maritime disasters in history. The incident fueled anti-German sentiment in the United States and played a significant role in turning public opinion against Germany, contributing to the country's eventual entry into the war. This diagram provides a chilling reminder of the destructive power of war and the human cost of conflict at sea.
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