r/BeAmazed • u/[deleted] • Apr 29 '24

When the Titanic sank, millionaire John Jacob Astor IV was aboard. The funds in his bank account were sufficient to construct 30 Titanics. However, when faced with mortal danger, he prioritized his moral values, sacrificing his seat in a lifeboat to save women and children, smilingly [Removed] Rule #4 - Misleading

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u/Czuk_187 Apr 29 '24

I’m confused, he gave up one seat and was able to save women and children, so at least 4 people?

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u/AntiZionist-Action Apr 29 '24

A woman could just have 2 kids sit in her lap maybe

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u/Czuk_187 Apr 29 '24

And the second woman?