On April 15, 1912, the RMS Titanic sank after hitting an iceberg during its maiden voyage from Southampton to New York City. This catastrophic maritime disaster resulted in the deaths of over 1,500 passengers and crew members, making it one of the deadliest peacetime maritime tragedies in history. The Titanic was touted as an unsinkable ship, which contributed to the complacency regarding safety measures. The sinking led to significant changes in maritime law, including the establishment of stricter safety regulations and requirements for lifeboat capacity, ultimately altering the standards for passenger ships and enhancing maritime safety protocols.