HMS Bulwark was a contemporary battleship of the Royal Navy, designed to bolster British naval power during the early stages of World War I. On the fateful day, the vessel was at anchor in the Medway estuary near Sheerness. Suddenly, a massive explosion ripped through the ship, destroying her in a matter of moments. This explosion resulted in the loss of 741 men, with only a few survivors rescued from the water after the disaster. It produced an immense shockwave that was felt on shore and scattered debris over a large area. The precise cause of the explosion was not immediately clear but was attributed to a variety of theories, including possible ammunition detonation or combustible materials being stored improperly aboard the ship.In the aftermath, the British Admiralty undertook a series of inquiries to ascertain the reasons behind the catastrophe. The findings highlighted serious flaws in the ship's design and maintenance practices, sparking debates about the adequacy of naval safety measures during a time of escalating warfare. Recommendations were made for better storage of munitions and a reevaluation of existing naval protocols to prevent similar tragedies in the future. News of the disaster spread rapidly, leading to an outpouring of grief and anger among the British public, coupled with demands for reform within naval practices.