Elder Arthur Lawton Beeley's book, Being a Summary Statement of the Investigation Made by the British Government, is a comprehensive overview of the investigation conducted by the British government into the events leading up to and following the sinking of the RMS Titanic in 1912. The book begins with a brief overview of the Titanic's voyage and the events leading up to the disaster. It then goes into detail about the investigation conducted by the British government, including the testimony of witnesses, the findings of the inquiry, and the conclusions reached. The book also includes a discussion of the legal implications of the disaster, as well as the impact it had on the public and the shipping industry. Finally, the book provides an analysis of the lessons learned from the disaster and how they can be applied to future maritime disasters.
By Elder Arthur Lawton Beeley · First published 1914 · Genre: Non-Fiction, History, Politics