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Captain Edward J. Smith was the captain of the RMS Titanic, the famous British passenger liner that famously sank on its maiden voyage on April 15, 1912.
Born in 1850 in Hanley, Staffordshire, England, Smith began his seafaring career as an apprentice in 1867 and worked his way up through the ranks. He eventually became a captain in the White Star Line, one of the most prestigious shipping companies of the time.
Captain Smith was highly regarded for his experience and skill as a seaman. He had been the captain of several other White Star Line vessels before being chosen to command the Titanic on its maiden voyage. However, despite his reputation and experience, the Titanic struck an iceberg and sank, resulting in the loss of over 1,500 lives.
There has been much speculation and controversy over Captain Smith's actions on the night of the disaster. Some have criticized him for traveling too fast in dangerous waters, for not taking adequate precautions to avoid icebergs, and for not properly evacuating the ship once it became clear it was sinking. Others have defended him, arguing that he did everything he could under the circumstances.
Captain Smith went down with the Titanic and is remembered as a tragic figure in the history of maritime disasters. Despite the controversy over his actions, he remains a symbol of the bravery and sacrifice of the men and women who lost their lives on the ill-fated voyage.