The Titanic sank during its maiden voyage on April 15, 1912. The ship, deemed "unsinkable," struck an iceberg in the North Atlantic Ocean, leading to one of the deadliest maritime disasters. Despite having lifeboats for only some of the passengers, many lives were lost—over 1,500 out of approximately 2,200 people onboard. The tragedy raised awareness about maritime safety regulations and resulted in significant changes in safety protocols, including the requirement for ships to carry enough lifeboats for all passengers. The Titanic remains a symbol of human fallibility and the hubris of advanced technology.