
Stuff You Missed in History Class The Sinking of the SS Princess Sophia
Oct 15, 2018
The sinking of the SS Princess Sophia was overshadowed by WWI and the flu pandemic. The podcast explores the tragic event and its impact on Canada and the US. It discusses the captain's controversial decision not to evacuate, the rescue efforts, and the aftermath. The difficulties of traveling in a hot country without AC are also briefly mentioned.
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Introduction
00:00 • 3min
The Steamship Business of Canadian Pacific Railway Company
02:30 • 7min
The Departure
09:40 • 4min
The Captain's Decision
13:34 • 10min
Efforts to Rescue the SS Princess Sophia and the Arrival of a Lighthouse Superintendent
23:22 • 4min
Aftermath of the Sinking
26:56 • 11min
Challenges of Traveling in a Hot Country with No Air Conditioning and Promotions for a TV Show, Roku Streambar, and T-Mobile for Business
38:22 • 3min
