List of maritime disasters in the 20th century

A maritime disaster is an event which usually involves a ship or ships and can involve military action. Because of the nature of maritime travel, there is often a substantial loss of life. The term maritime disaster can refer to both commercial ships and military naval ships. A maritime disaster can result in one or more of the following simultaneously;Loss of life Pollution of marine environment Degradation of the aquatic ecosystem Economical loss at a grand scale Destruction of onshore properties