The Costa Concordia: The Captain Who "Tripped" Into a Lifeboat

The Costa Concordia: The Captain Who "Tripped" Into a Lifeboat
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Relive the chilling true story of the Costa Concordia, the $1.2 billion cruise ship that met a tragic fate on January 13, 2012, off the coast of Giglio, Italy. This deep dive unravels the horrifying sequence of events, from Captain Francesco Schettino's reckless 'salute' maneuver driven by ego, to the disastrous impact that turned a luxury liner into a tomb. Discover the untold details of the immediate chaos, the harrowing survival stories, and the incredible, unprecedented $1.2 billion salvage operation—the most complex and expensive in maritime history—to upright and remove the colossal wreck. More than just a shipwreck, this is a powerful parable about human arrogance, engineering marvels, and the unforgiving power of the ocean. Join us as we explore the Costa Concordia disaster, its lessons, and the enduring scars it left behind.

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