The Lusitania Saga: Myth 100 Years On
On May 7, 1915, the British passenger liner RMS Lusitania was torpedoed and sunk by a German U-boat off the coast of Ireland. The disaster, which claimed the lives of over 1,100 people, has been shrouded in myth and controversy ever since. In his groundbreaking new book, The Lusitania Saga: Myth 100 Years On, historian James Cameron debunks long-held misconceptions, revealing the shocking truth behind one of the most iconic maritime disasters of all time.
4.4 out of 5
Language | : | English |
File size | : | 10324 KB |
Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
Screen Reader | : | Supported |
Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
Word Wise | : | Enabled |
Print length | : | 360 pages |
Lending | : | Enabled |
Myth: The Lusitania Was Unarmed
One of the most enduring myths about the Lusitania is that it was an unarmed passenger liner. However, Cameron's research reveals that the ship was in fact carrying a significant amount of munitions. This fact was kept secret by the British government, which feared that it would provoke the United States into entering World War I.
Myth: The U-Boat Captain Was Justified in Sinking the Lusitania
Another common myth is that the U-boat captain, Kapitänleutnant Walther Schwieger, was justified in sinking the Lusitania because it was carrying munitions. However, Cameron argues that Schwieger's actions were a clear violation of international law. The Lusitania was a passenger ship, and it was not armed. Furthermore, Schwieger did not give the passengers and crew sufficient time to abandon ship.
Myth: The Sinking of the Lusitania Was a Major Factor in the United States' Entry into World War I
The sinking of the Lusitania is often cited as a major factor in the United States' entry into World War I. However, Cameron argues that the sinking of the ship was not the only factor that led to the United States' decision to go to war. In fact, the United States had already been considering entering the war for several months prior to the Lusitania disaster.
The Real Story of the Lusitania
Cameron's book presents a compelling and meticulously researched account of the sinking of the Lusitania. He debunks the myths that have surrounded the disaster for over a century, and he reveals the shocking truth behind one of the most iconic maritime disasters of all time.
The Lusitania Saga: Myth 100 Years On is a must-read for anyone interested in maritime history, World War I, or the sinking of the Lusitania. It is a groundbreaking work that will forever change our understanding of this tragic event.
About the Author
James Cameron is a renowned historian and author. He is the author of several award-winning books, including The Titanic: A History and Titanic: The Last Night of the Titanic. Cameron is also a frequent lecturer on maritime history.
4.4 out of 5
Language | : | English |
File size | : | 10324 KB |
Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
Screen Reader | : | Supported |
Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
Word Wise | : | Enabled |
Print length | : | 360 pages |
Lending | : | Enabled |
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4.4 out of 5
Language | : | English |
File size | : | 10324 KB |
Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
Screen Reader | : | Supported |
Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
Word Wise | : | Enabled |
Print length | : | 360 pages |
Lending | : | Enabled |