What companies vessels did the man played by Bernard Hill in Titanic serve as master on
Edward Smith (sea captain) Edward John Smith, RD ( ; 27 January 1850 – 15 April 1912) was a British Merchant Navy officer. He served as master of numerous White Star Line vessels. He is best known as the captain of the  who perished when the ship sank on its maiden voyage.
William Mintram William Mintram (March 1866 – 15 April 1912) was a fireman on the RMS "Titanic" until it struck an iceberg on 14 April 1912. William worked for White Star Line after his release from prison for the murder of his wife.