Harold Thomas Cottam Biography

Historical biography and chronological timeline for Harold Thomas Cottam, based on 2 World History Database records associated with Great Britain.

2 records1912–19122 events2 places

Chronological biography

1912

Titanic Distress Call Received15 April 1912

Exploration / Exploration and Discovery · Wireless Operator of Carpathia · North Atlantic

Receives Titanic's distress traffic and alerts Carpathia's bridge so the ship can turn toward the reported position.

British Inquiry Carpathia Evidence24 May 1912

Exploration / Exploration and Discovery · Wireless Operator of Carpathia · London

Gives evidence about receiving Titanic's distress call and Carpathia's wireless work during the rescue.

Titles and roles

Wireless Operator of Carpathia

Record provenance

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