Truth about the Titanic

The Truth about the Titanic is a book written by Archibald Gracie, published posthumously in 1913. Archibald Gracie was an American writer, historian, and survivor of the sinking of the RMS Titanic in 1912.Gracie was aboard the Titanic during its ill-fated maiden voyage and was one of the survivors. He played an active role in helping others escape the sinking ship and later wrote a detailed account of his experiences in The Truth about the Titanic. Gracie's book provides a firsthand narrative of the events leading up to the Titanic's collision with an iceberg, the chaos and confusion that ensued during the evacuation, and the heroic acts of passengers and crew members.In addition to his personal account, Gracie also investigated and documented various aspects of the Titanic disaster, including the ship's design and construction, the actions of the crew, and the response of the shipping company, White Star Line. He sought to uncover the truth behind the sinking and to dispel myths and misinformation that had emerged in the aftermath of the tragedy.The Truth about the Titanic is considered one of the most authoritative and comprehensive accounts of the Titanic disaster, and it has been widely cited by historians and researchers studying the event. Gracie's meticulous research and firsthand testimony have contributed significantly to our understanding of one of the most infamous maritime disasters in history.