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Thomas Henry Ismay | |
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Born | 7 January 1837 Maryport, Cumberland, England |
Died | 23 November 1899 (aged 62) |
Nationality | English |
Other names | Baccy Ismay |
Occupation | President of White Star Line |
Known for | Heading and running the White Star Line |
Spouse | Margaret Bruce |
Children | Joseph Bruce Ismay, Charles Bower Ismay (third son 1874-1924)[1] |
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Thomas Henry Ismay (7 January 1837 – 23 November 1899) was an owner of the White Star Line. His son Joseph Bruce Ismay was managing director of the White Star Line and survived the sinking of its ocean liner RMS Titanic on her maiden voyage in 1912.