The Titanic Rescue Speed and Bravery: The Carpathia, designed for slower speeds, pushed its engines to their limit, traveling at approximately 17 knots to reach the sinking Titanic's location through dangerous ice fields. Crew Preparation: Captain Rostron's quick thinking and leadership included rigging electric lights, preparing cabins, rousing the cooks to make hot meals and beverages, and briefing the ship's doctors for the influx of survivors. Survivor Experience: The crew worked for hours t