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7. Women and Children First

Titanic: Ship of Dreams

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Class Struggles and Survival on the Titanic

This chapter examines the stark contrasts in survival chances among Titanic passengers based on class and gender during the disaster. It highlights the experiences of both wealthy individuals and steerage passengers, particularly focusing on the struggles of Lebanese migrants who faced language barriers and systemic inequalities. As chaos ensued, the narrative reveals how societal norms shaped decisions regarding who was prioritized for lifeboats, underscoring the tragedy of class divisions in a moment of extreme crisis.

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