At the zenith of British Imperialism, the sun never set on the empire that ruled over 300 million people across the globe. But one fateful day, before the RMS Titanic Struck the Iceberg leading to its tragic demise, the British Isles and its few col...
Under the enchanting canopy of a sky adorned by twin moons, the largest and most imposing among the 5 of lunar bodies, the grand metropolis of London surrendered to an unusual stillness. Yet, it wasn't London alone that fell into this hushed reverence; it was as if a somber tranquility had woven its veil across every major British cities. Streets bore witness to only a scattered few souls, and bustling activity seemed a distant memory.
In the face of this drastic transformation of their surroundings, the British government responded with swift and resolute action. The call of emergency echoed across the land, summoning forth a series of temporal legislative measures in attempt to maintain stability. Among them, the Gathering Restriction Act and the Public Order Act emerged, both aimed at curbing public gatherings exceeding 10 individuals and authorizing the deployment of military forces to safeguard major urban centers and crucial ports.
From the heart of London to the steel embrace of Birmingham, the bustling shores of Liverpool, the dignified landscape of Edinburgh, and the historic avenues of Dublin, a seamless tapestry of authority unfurled. Both the police and the army cast their watchful gaze upon the cityscapes. Police cars and military vehicles stood sentinel, like silent guardians, redirecting the flow of the urban currents in pivotal junctures. The air resonated with the orchestrated symphony of military vehicles and the sound of hand-cranked ambulance and police car sirens, responding with urgency to the pockets of unrest that occasionally punctuated the city's collective consciousness.
However, these measures proved unnecessary, for the majority of inhabitants understood the paramount significance of upholding order during times of crisis. The prevailing wisdom was clear: division and disobeyance would merely sow the seeds of destruction and turmoil, which none wanted.
Great Britain, City of London, Palace of Westminster
1912, April 15, 9:30 A.M
Inside the House of Commons Chamber
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Amidst the patient endurance displayed by the inhabitants of Great Britain, a steadfast resolve to weather the inconveniences they faced pervaded the land. The entire nation held its breath as the emergency session of the chamber loomed on the horizon. This gathering, unlike any before, drew forth a throng that swelled the chamber's confines, drawn together by a collective thirst for knowledge and guidance. Eminent figures from the fields of astrometry and geology had been summoned, their insights sought in this time of uncertainty.
Among the distinguished assemblage was Sir Frank Watson Dyson, a luminary in the realm of astronomical studies, who held the esteemed post of Director of the Royal Observatory. Alongside him stood Edwin Dunkin, a revered member and Chief Assistant at the Royal Observatory, his wealth of experience lending weight to the occasion. Alfred Fowler, renowned astrophysicist celebrated for his pioneering work in spectroscopy and solar physics, added his expertise to the assembly.
