The Titanic tragically sank in the year 1912, specifically during its maiden voyage on April 15. The ship, which was touted as "unsinkable," struck an iceberg in the North Atlantic Ocean, leading to its catastrophic sinking. The disaster resulted in the loss of over 1,500 lives, highlighting significant shortcomings in maritime safety regulations and practices at the time. This event paved the way for improved safety measures, including lifeboat requirements and international maritime regulations. The Titanic has since become a symbol of human error and hubris, immortalized in popular culture through film and literature.