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They wanted to be one of the few people who could see the Titanic wreck up close. After long hoping that the five occupants of the submarine could be rescued, one thing is certain: they are all dead. The submarine succumbed to the immense water pressure and imploded. At least since the sad certainty, many have wondered: How much did the crew have to suffer? Investigations by the “New York Times” (“NYT”) are now revealing more details about the tragedy.
“They had a lot of fun diving,” Christine Dawood, the wife of British-Pakistani dual citizen Shazada Dawood († 48), told the “NYT”. Dawood wanted to travel to the Titanic with his son Suleman († 19). The mood was exuberant. In the evening, Ocean Gate CEO Stockton Rush († 61) is said to have given lectures. His widow revealed to the American newspaper that her husband and son listened to their favorite music together in total darkness in the last moments before the implosion. Rush allegedly gave instructions to wear thick socks and a woolen cap. At the same time, people were told that it was getting darker and darker. “You won’t see anything because we have to conserve power for the epic journey across the seabed,” Rush reportedly said.
As more details emerge about the passengers’ last moments, submarine manufacturer Ocean Gate is still touting the 2024 expeditions on its website – with the late Titan resident Paul-Henri Nargeolet (†77) as a potential expert. It reads: “Nargeolet is a renowned Titanic expert who has led six expeditions to the Titanic wreckage and lectured at numerous Titanic exhibitions around the world.” The company’s website explicitly states that the shipping fee (up to $250,000) does not include personal insurance.
The CEO of Ocean Gate flew around the world for submarine advertisements
In the past, Ocean Gate boss Stockton Rush apparently went to great lengths to recruit passengers for his expeditions. He is said to have flown to the Dawoods in London with his wife Wendy to convince them of the trip. Rush explained to them many details about submarines. “We didn’t know how these machines work. You also sit on planes without knowing the details,” the British woman told the “NYT”.
Rush was clearly eager to meet his new clients in person. There were also some last-minute offers at a discounted price of $150,000 per person. Ocean Gate has declined several interview requests so far.
The cylindrical design has been criticized in underwater expert circles. The relatively large porthole and the use of mixed materials would not necessarily withstand the enormous water pressure and could have catastrophic consequences. (A)
Source: Blick
I am Amelia James, a passionate journalist with a deep-rooted interest in current affairs. I have more than five years of experience in the media industry, working both as an author and editor for 24 Instant News. My main focus lies in international news, particularly regional conflicts and political issues around the world.
