Margaret and James Shineman, newlyweds from Oil City, Wyoming, who suddenly found themselves aboard the fastest, most luxurious ship in service, for their journey to Scotland to visit Margaret's family. The visit was to be a surprise. Both were killed.
In Erik Larson's book "Dead Wake: The Last Crossing of the Lusitania," we learn about Margaret and James Shineman, a young couple from Oil City, Wyoming. They recently married and were excitedly traveling aboard the Lusitania, known for being the fastest and most extravagant ship of its time. Their journey was particularly special as they planned to surprise Margaret's family in Scotland.
Tragically, their joyful trip turned into a disaster when...
