1. The Lusitania Was Once the World’s Largest Passenger Ship
When the RMS Lusitania was launched in 1906, it was the largest passenger ship in the world, surpassing its contemporaries in size and luxury. Its impressive dimensions set a new standard for ocean liners of the era. This achievement underscored the rapid advancements in maritime engineering and the growing competition among shipping companies to build the most magnificent vessels. (smithsonianmag.com)
