Why Do Captains Go Down With Their Ships When it Sinks

Why Do Captains Go Down With Their Ships When it Sinks

Last updated Nov 24, 2023 | Seaman's Life

The axiom “Captain goes down with his ship” is an old maritime tradition in the seafaring world. Perhaps, the most famous act was made by Captain Edward J. Smith of the RMS Titanic which sank in 1912. The Captain holds the overall responsibility on a ship. His...