Here’s a look at major ferry and ship sinking disasters throughout history. This timeline is not-all inclusive; various incidents with at least 1,000 fatalities are listed. Death tolls vary by source.

On January 30, 1945, the MV Wilhelm Gustloff sank in the Baltic Sea, killing between 7,000 and 9,000 people—a death toll far ...

The Titanic took 1,500 lives, but the Wilhelm Gustloff claimed over 9,000. This chilling story uncovers the deadliest and most forgotten maritime disaster in history. HHS grants DOGE access to ...

A stunning and thought-provoking look at the consequences of living a life built on secrets. Inspired by the real-life sinking of the Wilhelm Gustloff in 1945, this novel follows four young refugees ...