Maritime
6 questions tagged Maritime — spanning every one of the seven Ws.
When Did the Titanic Sink?
RMS Titanic sank in the early hours of 15 April 1912 after striking an iceberg in the North Atlantic.
Where Is the Strait of Gibraltar?
The Strait of Gibraltar separates southern Spain from northern Morocco, connecting the Atlantic Ocean to the Mediterranean Sea.
When Did the First Steamship Cross the Atlantic?
The SS Savannah made the first Atlantic crossing using steam power in 1819, though mostly under sail.
How Do Icebreaker Ships Cut Through Ice?
Icebreakers use a reinforced hull, powerful engines, and a specially shaped bow that rides up onto ice and breaks it under the ship's weight.
What is a lighthouse keeper?
A lighthouse keeper was a person responsible for maintaining a lighthouse and keeping its light operating.
What is a lighthouse beam?
A lighthouse beam is the directed light sent out by a lighthouse to guide ships. Its rotating pattern and flash interval help sailors identify the coast safely.