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The White star line The White Star Shipping Line was founded in 1850 to

The White star line The White Star Shipping Line was founded in 1850 to take advantage of an increase in trade following the discovery of gold in Australia.

In 1867, the White Star Shipping Line was bought by Thomas Ismay and set

In 1867, the White Star Shipping Line was bought by Thomas Ismay and set up to rival Cunard in Trans. Atlantic passenger traffic. • Thomas's son, Bruce, became a partner in the firm and took over as company director in 1899 when his father died. •

 • In 1902 the company was bought by wealthy American, J Pierpoint Morgan.

• In 1902 the company was bought by wealthy American, J Pierpoint Morgan. • Ismay retained his position within the firm as managing director. • Morgan's money meant that the company could build large luxury liners to attract the wealthy passengers.

 • In 1907 Ismay suggested that the company build two liners which were

• In 1907 Ismay suggested that the company build two liners which were heavier, bigger and more luxurious than any other ship in the World. • They were to be called Olympic and Titanic. If these were successful a third, Gigantic, later renamed Brittanic, would follow.

Construction • Titanic was built in Belfast by the shipbuilding company Harland Wolff. •

Construction • Titanic was built in Belfast by the shipbuilding company Harland Wolff. • The company was owned by Lord Pirrie, a friend of Bruce Ismay, managing director of the White Star Line. • The chief designer of the Titanic was his son -in-law, Thomas Andrews.

Construction of the Titanic began in 1909. Harland Wolff had to make alterations to

Construction of the Titanic began in 1909. Harland Wolff had to make alterations to their shipyard (larger piers and gantries) to accommodate the giant liners, Titanic and her sister ship Olympic. The two ships were to be built side-by-side.

Watertight Compartments Titanic was constructed with sixteen watertight compartments. Each compartment had doors that

Watertight Compartments Titanic was constructed with sixteen watertight compartments. Each compartment had doors that were designed to close automatically if the water level rose above a certain height. The doors could also be electronically closed from the bridge.

Titanic was able to stay afloat if any two compartments or the first four

Titanic was able to stay afloat if any two compartments or the first four became flooded. Shortly after Titanic hit the iceberg it was revealed that the first six compartments were flooded.

Funnels • Titanic's four funnels were constructed away from the site and were then

Funnels • Titanic's four funnels were constructed away from the site and were then transported to the shipyard for putting on the Titanic. • Only three of the funnels were used to expel smoke and waste gasses. The fourth was added to make the ship look more powerful.

Propellers Titanic had three propellers which were powered by steam. The rotation of the

Propellers Titanic had three propellers which were powered by steam. The rotation of the propellers powered the ship through the sea.

Titanic – The start of the Journey Titanic set sail from Belfast to Southampton

Titanic – The start of the Journey Titanic set sail from Belfast to Southampton on April 2 nd 1912 and arrived the next day. It rested here for a week before sailing on April 10 th 1912. The Titanic was on her maiden voyage, a return trip from Britain to America. The outward route was to be Southampton, England – Cherbourg, France – Queenstown, Ireland – New York, USA. 7: 30 am – Captain Smith arrived on board on the morning of the maiden journey, along with the crew. 9: 30 am – The second and third class boat trains began to arrive and passengers started to board the Titanic. 11: 30 am – The first class boat train arrived from London. At Southampton, 920 people boarded Titanic with more than half being third class passengers: 179 were First Class, 247 Second Class, and 494 Third Class Noon – The Titanic set sail.

Once you have watched the video clips, can you imagine that you are stood

Once you have watched the video clips, can you imagine that you are stood beside the Titanic, with a boarding ticket in your hand you are just about to walk up the gangplank to board the Titanic. Can you write some sentences to explain how you are feeling and what you are looking forward to once you get on board? __________________________________________ __________________________________________ __________________________________________