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The Sinking of the Lusitania: 12 Facts You Didn’t Know

Darren May 28, 2026 6 min

5. The Number of Casualties Was Staggering

5. The Number of Casualties Was Staggering
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The RMS Lusitania’s tragic sinking resulted in the loss of nearly 1,200 lives, including 128 Americans. This staggering death toll shocked the world and intensified anti-German sentiment, particularly in the United States. The incident played a significant role in shifting public opinion, contributing indirectly to the U.S. entering World War I. (britannica.com)

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