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SOS message from Titanic

A wireless message received by the Russian steamer Birma from the Titanic about five minutes after Titanic struck the iceberg that sank her. The Titanic is identified by her code letters MGY and the message uses both old distress call letters CQD (Come Quickly Danger) and new, SOS. It reads, " CQD - SOS from M.G.Y. We have struck iceberg sinking fast come to our assistance. Position Lat 41, 46 N. Long 50, 14 W. - MGY." Date: 14th April 1912

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Code Codes Communication Danger Distress Fast Hand Writing Hand Written Letters Message Messages Quickly Signal Sinking Titanic Wireless 14th Birma


EDITORS COMMENTS
In the early hours of April 14, 1912, the RMS Titanic, a symbol of modern marvel and luxury, found itself in a dire predicament. Five minutes after striking an iceberg, the ship sent out a desperate SOS (Save Our Souls) message to any nearby vessel that could come to their assistance. This hand-written message, now a haunting relic of maritime history, was received by the Russian steamer Birma. The message, penned with urgency, read "CQD - SOS from M.G.Y. We have struck iceberg sinking fast come to our assistance. Position Lat 41, 46 N. Long 50, 14 W. - MGY." The use of both old distress call letters CQD (Come Quickly Danger) and the new, universally recognized SOS, underscored the gravity of the situation. The Titanic's code letters, MGY, were a crucial piece of information for any receiving ship to locate the distressed vessel. The message, with its clear and concise instructions, served as a chilling reminder of the imminent danger and the desperate plea for help. This image, a poignant snapshot of history, captures the raw emotion and urgency of that fateful night. The hand-written letters, with their faded ink and creased paper, bear testament to the human spirit's resilience in the face of adversity. The message, sent out from the doomed Titanic, remains a poignant reminder of the importance of communication in times of crisis.

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