Beyond the Gates: The Misrepresented Reality of Titanic's Third Class with Gareth Russell

**EXPLICIT LANGUAGE WARNNIG**In this fiery installment of History Rage, we plunge into the icy waters of truth surrounding the Titanic disaster. Our esteemed guest, historian and author Gareth Russell, returns to dismantle the enduring myth that third-class passengers were locked below decks as the ship sank. With his book "Ship of Dreams" as a backdrop, Gareth passionately argues that mundane decisions and everyday complacency, rather than malicious intent, contributed to the tragedy's disproportionate impact on those in third class.Key Points Discussed:- The myth of third-class passengers being locked below and its origins.- Architectural design and immigration laws affecting third-class passenger mobility.- The role of language barriers and lack of urgency from the crew during evacuation.- The tragic fate of the Titanic's stokers and their overlooked contribution.- Gareth's critique of the portrayal of third-class passengers and workers in popular media.- A call to recognize the ordinary as a potential catalyst for extraordinary consequences.For a deeper dive into the Titanic's history, Gareth Russell's "Ship of Dreams" is available in the History Rage Bookshop. Follow Gareth on Twitter for his insights into Tudor history and upcoming works on James I. Join the conversation using the hashtag #HistoryRage and become part of our 'Angry Mob' on Patreon for exclusive early access to episodes, participation in Q&As, prize draws, and the coveted History Rage mug. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Think you know history? Think again.History Rage is the weekly podcast where professional historians come armed with evidence, fury, and a burning desire to set the record straight. Hosted by Paul Bavill, each episode invites a leading historian to reveal the one historical myth, misconception, or lazy narrative they wish we’d all stop believing — and why it matters.From “Vikings wore horned helmets” to “Britain stood alone in 1940” and “medieval people never bathed,” this is history with attitude, myth-busting with academic rigor, and truth-telling that pulls no punches.Whether you’re a lifelong history buff, a student, or just someone who’s had enough of bad takes on TikTok, History Rage gives you the real story — with all the rage it deserves.📅 New episodes every Monday. 🎧 Follow now and join the resistance against historical nonsense.Follow on all social media @historyrage Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.