When the Titanic sank, it included millionaire John Jacob Astor IV, whose bank account held enough money to build 30 Titanic.
However, when faced with mortal danger, he chose what he considered morally right and gave up his spot in a lifeboat to save two frightened children.
Another millionaire on board was Isidor Stramost, prominent owner of the most significant American chain of department stores, “Macy’s.” He stated, “I will never enter a lifeboat before other men.”
His wife, Ida Straus, also refused to board the lifeboat and gave her spot to her newly appointed maid, Ellen Bird.
She decided to spend the moments of her life with her husband.
These wealthy individuals chose to part with their wealth and lives rather than compromise their moral values.
Their choices in favour of moral principles highlight the brilliance of human civilisation and human nature.
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