Ep 1. Titanic: The Last Secrets
- TV-PG
- October 2, 2018
- 42 min
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7.2 (19)
In the season 4 premiere of Unearthed, titled Titanic: The Last Secrets, experts dive deep into the wreckage of the iconic Titanic to uncover new information and answer questions that have lingered since the ship's tragic sinking over a century ago.
The episode begins with a brief history of the Titanic and the events leading up to its fateful voyage. We meet several experts, including historians, archaeologists, and marine biologists, who will be working together to piece together the puzzle of the Titanic's final moments.
The team first explores the wreckage of the ship's stern, which separated from the rest of the ship before sinking to the bottom of the ocean. They discover clues about the ship's construction and how it may have contributed to its demise. As they examine the wreckage, they also encounter a surprising number of deep-sea creatures that have made the Titanic their home.
Next, the team explores the area near where the Titanic sank and looks at some of the debris that was left behind. They analyze the location of the debris field and use computer modeling to recreate the Titanic's sinking. Through this analysis, they discover new information about the speed at which the ship was sinking and the angle at which it hit the ocean floor.
The team also examines a piece of wreckage that has long been a mystery: a large chunk of metal that was found near the Titanic's final resting place. Through extensive testing and analysis, they are able to determine that this piece of metal is likely a part of the ship's hull that was ripped off during the sinking.
Further investigation leads the team to explore the Titanic's boiler rooms, where they discover more clues about the ship's construction and the events of its final moments. They also investigate the ship's cargo hold, which contains certain items that may have contributed to the Titanic's sinking.
As the episode comes to a close, the team reflects on the lessons that can be learned from the Titanic tragedy and the importance of continuing to explore and understand the wreck. They encourage viewers to support ongoing efforts to preserve the Titanic and its legacy.
Throughout the episode, stunning underwater footage of the Titanic wreck and its surrounding environment is interwoven with interviews with experts and historical footage. The result is a fascinating and thought-provoking exploration of one of the world's most famous shipwrecks.