He successfully commanded the Baltic, Adriatic and the Olympic. In 1904, Smith became the commodore of the White Star Line and was responsible for controlling its flagships. He served as commanding officer of numerous White Star Line vessels, including the Majestic (which he commanded for nine years) and attracted a strong and loyal following amongst passengers. He quickly rose through the ranks and graduated in 1887. After earning his master's ticket, he entered the service of the White Star Line, a prestigious British company.
Raised in a working environment, he left school early to join the merchant navy and the Royal Naval Reserve. He was the captain of the RMS Titanic, and perished when the ship sank on its maiden voyage.
He served as master of numerous White Star Line vessels. He also held the rank of Commander in the Royal Navy Reserve.Įdward John Smith RD RNR (27 January 1850 – 15 April 1912) was a British naval officer.
Smith received the honorific rank of commodore, as the White Star Line's most senior captain.
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