Learn about Russian annual traditions, festivals, and holidays include Maslenitsa, Easter, Christmas, and other customary events and observances. Learn about Russian annual traditions, festivals, and holidays include Maslenitsa, Easter, Christmas, and other customary events and observances.
On April 10, 1912, the Titanic set sail on its maiden voyage, traveling from Southampton, England, to New York City. Nicknamed the âMillionaireâs Special,â the ship was fittingly captained by Edward J. Smith, who was known as the âMillionaireâs Captainâ because of his popularity with wealthy passengers.
The Grand Staircase is the name sometimes given to the large ornate staircases in the first-class section of the White Star Line liner RMS Titanic, which sank with a great loss of life following a collision with an iceberg in 1912.