Ah, the early twentieth century was a golden age of craftsmanship at sea. Every rivet, every watertight compartment was placed with the care of a master clockmaker, and that devotion to detail meant that safety became the ship’s true legacy. The designers of that era believed a vessel should be as reliable as a lighthouse, so they introduced double hulls, reinforced bulkheads, and more lifeboats than any other ship before. Their obsession with perfection turned what could have been a gamble into a standard, setting a precedent that still guides modern shipbuilding. So yes, those relentless refinements weren’t just engineering triumphs; they were the seeds of the maritime legends we still marvel at. Ready to set sail through the records?

Sure thing, let’s chart those numbers and see how the early standards still hold up in today’s oceans. Let’s dive in!