Lost Photos of the Titanic and The Stories Behind Them

The Wealthiest Passenger On Board

John Jacob Astor IV was the wealthiest person on board the Titanic. His net worth was around $85 million, which is up to $2 billion by today's standards. He and his pregnant wife were below deck when the collision happened. He helped her onto a lifeboat through a side window. His last words to her were: "The sea is calm. You'll be alright. You're in good hands. I'll meet you in the morning." He sadly died during the sinking.

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