# Heroes of the Titanic explained — Poetry

> Chapter companion for Poetry by Henry van Dyke Jr..

## What happens

A tribute to the brave men aboard the Titanic who upheld the code of 'women and children first,' facing death with courage and honor.

## Themes in this chapter

### Duty and Patriotism

The men's adherence to the 'women and children first' protocol exemplifies duty and self-sacrifice.

### Grief and Memory

The poem serves as a memorial to the brave souls who perished, honoring their memory.

## Character check-ins

### Unknown

The narrator honors the fallen heroes of the Titanic.

## Key lines

> The men who knew what a man must do when he looks Death in the eyes.

The men understood their duty when facing certain death.

_Highlights the courage and moral clarity of the heroes._

> O stars of the night, who saw that sight, Bear witness, These were men !

The stars that witnessed the tragedy can attest to the bravery of those men.

_Emphasizes the nobility and valor of the victims._

## Links

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