The Iceberg That Sank the Titanic
Documentary looking at the neglected aspect of the Titanic story - the iceberg. Where did it come from, and what was it doing in the shipping lanes that fateful night?
Documentary which explores one crucial piece of the Titanic jigsaw that always escapes attention - the iceberg that caused the catastrophe. Where did this force of nature come from, and what was it doing in the shipping lanes that fateful night? Conceived 15,000 years before the Titanic, its life story is every bit as fascinating.
With the help of ice scientists, the origins of the infamous berg are revealed amid the stunning landscapes of the north - its creation in the heart of the Greenland ice sheet and 4,000-mile journey through Arctic seas towards a terrible date with destiny.
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What happened to the iceberg which sank the Titanic?
Duration: 01:30
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The Titanic iceberg reaches the open ocean
Duration: 03:01
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The Titanic iceberg starts life as a snowflake
Duration: 02:56
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Origins of the Titanic iceberg
Duration: 02:46
Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Narrator | Sean Barrett |
| Producer | Cluny South |
| Series Editor | Tim Martin |
Broadcasts
Sat 7 Apr 2012 18:50- Wed 25 Jul 2012 22:00
- Thu 26 Jul 2012 02:15
- Sat 28 Jul 2012 22:25