J. Bruce Ismay
Joseph Bruce Ismay (12 December 1862 – 17 October 1937) was an English businessman who served as chairman and managing director of the White Star Line of steamships. He came to international attention as the highest-ranking White Star official among the 712 survivors (out of 2,208 passenger and crew on board) of the maiden voyage of his company's newest ocean liner, the RMS Titanic.
Personal facts
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Birth date | December 12, 1862 |
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Date of death | October 17, 1937 |
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Parents | Thomas Henry Ismay |
Title | Seaman |