This was how the families of the Doña Paz victims and residents of Catbalogan City, Samar, described the demolition of a memorial built to honor those who perished in the maritime tragedy.

On January 30, 1945, the Gustloff, which was built to hold around 1,900 people, sailed out of port crammed with an estimated 7,000 to 10,000 people, although the exact numbers are unknown. That ...

As war raged in Europe, the Wilhelm Gustloff carried thousands to safety—until tragedy struck. Learn about the catastrophic sinking that became a maritime nightmare.

The MV Wilhelm Gustloff was the pride of the Nazi Kraft durch Freude (“Strength Through Joy”) program. It was built with a capacity of 1,900 people but was carrying an estimated 10,000.

The MV Wilhelm Gustloff was the pride of the Nazi Kraft durch Freude (“Strength Through Joy”) program. It was built with a capacity of 1,900 people but was carrying an estimated 10,000.

It's surpassed by the Wilhelm Gustloff, a German military transport ship that reported 9,400 casualties after being hit by a Soviet Navy submarine during World War II, and the Doña Paz, a ferry ...

When you think of the ocean, your mind likely transports you to a warm, sunny beach with clear skies and deep blue waters. However, the ocean is far more than just a gorgeous summer attraction or ...

From Titanic To Wilhelm Gustloff, Here Are The Worst Ship Disasters In Recent History The Titanic continues to fascinate people even after more than a century of its sinking. While over 1,500 ...