44 secrets you never knew about the Titanic, which sank 112 years ago

• The Titanic sank on April 15, 1912, but the wreck was not found until September 1, 1985.
• The story of the ship, its passengers, and life onboard still fascinates us today.
• One of the ship's musicians wasn't officially declared dead until 2000.

The sinking of the Titanic on April 15, 1912, has captivated people for 112 years. The stories of survivors, the various explanations as to why it sank, the decades-long search to find the wreck, and the multi-billion-dollar film released in 1997 have all contributed to its enduring place in pop culture.