Turning Point
"In these days of wars which have engulfed almost all of Europe it is a satisfaction to recall that thirteen nations sent their delegates to an international conference relating to safety of life at sea, no longer ago than December, 1913, and that they signed on the 20th of January 1914, a convention, which has been adopted by many of the nations and which was transmitted to the Senate of the United States by the President on the 17th of March. All the resources of human skill and science are now being used to destroy life. It is a pleasure to reflect that man has at one time been engaged in a more humane and, shall we not add, a more Christian undertaking."-The American Journal of International Law 1914
The sinking of the Titanic had a large world effect, opening the eyes of many governments toward setting new standards for maritime travel. In 1913, the first ever Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) convention was held, and thirteen nations met to discuss sea safety changes. The below document gives all articles discussed at the convention and all reforms.
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