Understanding J. Bruce Ismay: The True Story of the Man They Called 'The Coward of Titanic'

An insight into the man at the heart of the world’s most infamous maritime disaster

Following the Titanic disaster, Bruce Ismay was savaged by both the British and American press for deserting the ship while women and children were still on board. Some papers called him the 'Coward of the Titanic' or 'J. Brute Ismay', and suggested the White Star flag be changed to a 'yellow liver'. History has portrayed Bruce Ismay as a cold, heartless character who showed little compassion for others.

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