Sinking the Lusitania: An American Tragedy
Synopsis
The sinking of the Lusitania and the impact it had in determining the fate of World War I is widely known. But few know the stories of the passengers and crew aboard the doomed luxury liner, or the German commander who ordered the deadly attack on May 7, 1915. Follow the final voyage of the massive ship, from her celebrated exit from New York's Pier 54 to her 18-minute plummet off the coast of Ireland. Through firsthand accounts, meet the men, women, and children who rode the "Greyhound of the Seas" into a war zone, and into history.
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 2015
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- David Starkey
- Original Title
- Sinking the Lusitania: An American Tragedy
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 46m
- Production Studios
- Smithsonian Channel
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
David Starkey
Department Leadership Roster
David Starkey
Director
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What is Sinking the Lusitania: An American Tragedy about?
The sinking of the Lusitania and the impact it had in determining the fate of World War I is widely known. But few know the stories of the passengers and crew aboard the doomed luxury liner, or the German commander who ordered the deadly attack on May 7, 1915. Follow the final voyage of the massive ship, from her celebrated exit from New York's Pier 54 to her 18-minute plummet off the coast of Ireland. Through firsthand accounts, meet the men, women, and children who rode the "Greyhound of the Seas" into a war zone, and into history.
Who directed Sinking the Lusitania: An American Tragedy?
Sinking the Lusitania: An American Tragedy was directed by David Starkey.
Who stars in Sinking the Lusitania: An American Tragedy?
The principal cast of Sinking the Lusitania: An American Tragedy includes Not specified.
When was Sinking the Lusitania: An American Tragedy released and how long is it?
Sinking the Lusitania: An American Tragedy was released in 2015 with a total runtime of 46m.