The famous shipwreck located off the coast of Newfoundland is the Titanic. The Titanic sank on April 15, 1912, after striking an iceberg on its maiden voyage from Southampton to New York City. Of the approximately 2,224 passengers and crew aboard, over 1,500 lost their lives, making it one of the deadliest maritime disasters in history. The wreck was discovered in 1985 by an expedition led by Robert Ballard and lies about 12,500 feet (3,800 meters) underwater. The Titanic's story has captivated public imagination, leading to numerous books, films, and documentaries about its tragic voyage and the societal implications of the disaster.