The Last Voyage of the Lusitania - Chocolate Mousse-itania

“Travellers intending to embark on the Atlantic voyage are reminded that a state of war exists between Germany . . . and Great Britain . . . and that travellers sailing in the war zone on ships of Great Britain or her allies do so at their own risk.” - German Advertisement the day the Lusitania set sail

On May 7th, 1915, the British ocean liner RMS Lusitania was torpedoed and sunk by a German U-boat off the coast of Ireland, killing nearly 1,200 people. The disaster unfolded at a pivotal moment in World War I, when submarine warfare was transforming the rules of naval conflict and blurring the line between civilian and military targets.

Join The Hungry Historian, as he explores the Lusitania’s role as a passenger liner, a wartime symbol, and—potentially—a vessel carrying contraband munitions. Come along as he examines the German rationale for the attack, Britain’s wartime policies, and the controversy over what exactly lay in the ship’s cargo holds.

Dive deeper into the tragedy itself, and consider the broader impact: how the sinking influenced international opinion, intensified debates over American neutrality, and became one of the most consequential maritime disasters of the 20th century.

As a Featured Recipe, Chef Money is stopping by with his latest culinary creation and one from the depths of his own recipe rolodex. This time, it'll be your diet that'll "set sail" after you get a taste of the Chef's "Chocolate Mousse-itania."

Cheers!

Chocolate Mousse-itania

Ingredients:

• 3 eggs, separated
• ⅓ cup granulated sugar
• 2¼ cups heavy whipping cream divided
• 7 oz semi-sweet chocolate finely chopped
• whipped cream – garnish
• chocolate shavings – garnish 
• slice of orange or zest – garnish
• raspberries - garnish

**Featured Recipe directions and Chef Tips available within the show**