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William Alden Smith

American politician

Died when: 73 years 152 days (880 months)
Star Sign: Taurus

 

William Alden Smith

William Alden Smith (May 12, 1859 – October 11, 1932) was a U.S.Representative and U.S.Senator from the state of Michigan.After the 1912 sinking of the Titanic, Smith chaired the Senate hearings into the disaster.

The audience was somewhat amused at his questions, which appeared to reveal great ignorance of the shipping world, though he claimed he was seeking simple answers for the benefit of the public.

His report led to major reforms in maritime safety.


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