Simon Benson
Simon Benson is an associate lecturer in naval architecture at the University of Newcastle. He has contributed to research on the Titanic, particularly focusing on the critical structural damage caused by the iceberg, and the fine margins that determined the ship's fate, highlighting the significance of small punctures in the hull.
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 1 | 6.00 | 0.03% | +0% | 67,886,011 | 18,002 | $2,700,000 | 716$ |
| Greece | 1 | 7.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 10,423,054 | 4,466 | $190,000 | 81$ |
| Hungary | 1 | 6.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 9,660,351 | 5,314 | $160,000 | 88$ |
| Australia | 1 | 7.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 25,499,884 | 12,463 | $1,380,000 | 674$ |
| Totals | 4 | 113,469,300 | 40,245 | $4,430,000 | 1,559$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
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Hungary:
Simon Benson is a lecturer in maritime architecture at Newcastle University who explained the damage caused to the Titanic.
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Greece:
Simon Benson is a deputy lecturer in naval architecture at Newcastle University.
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Australia:
Benson, the political editor for The Australian, gave victory to Dutton.
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United Kingdom:
Simon Benson is an associate lecturer in naval architecture who explains the factors leading to the Titanic's sinking.
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