Haunting Photos Show the Aftermath of the Kursk Submarine Disaster in 2000 (rarehistoricalphotos.com)

The article revisits the 2000 Kursk submarine disaster through archival and memorial images, describing how the K-141 sank after explosions during a major naval exercise and how rescue efforts were delayed and criticized. It details the investigation findings, including an alleged failure involving a dummy or faulty torpedo and resulting secondary detonations, while noting that the reactors shut down safely. Photos also capture the later salvage and the continued impact on families and public officials.