The Story of Wallace Hartley, the Titanic's Bandmaster

Wallace Hartley was born in Colne, Lancashire, England, on June 2, 1878. He began playing the violin at an early age and showed a natural talent for music. By the age of 15, he was playing in local orchestras and dance bands.

In 1910, Hartley joined the White Star Line as a bandmaster on the RMS Olympic. He was later transferred to the Titanic, which was making its maiden voyage in 1912.

Hymn for Eternity: The Story of Wallace Hartley, Titanic Bandmaster

by Asia Moore

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The Sinking of the Titanic

On the night of April 14, 1912, the Titanic struck an iceberg and began to sink. As the ship filled with water, the passengers and crew were Free Downloaded to evacuate.

Hartley and his band remained on deck, playing music to calm the passengers and help them evacuate safely. They played until the very end, when the ship finally sank.

All of the members of the band, including Hartley, died in the sinking. Their bodies were recovered from the sea and buried at sea.

Hartley's Legacy

Hartley's story is one of heroism and sacrifice. He and his band played music until the very end, helping to calm the passengers and save lives.

Hartley's legacy is one of courage and selflessness. He is remembered as a hero who died trying to save others.

The Memorial to Wallace Hartley

In 1915, a memorial to Hartley was erected in his hometown of Colne. The memorial is a bronze statue of Hartley standing on the deck of the Titanic, playing his violin.

The memorial is a reminder of Hartley's heroism and sacrifice. It is a place where people can come to remember him and the other victims of the Titanic disaster.

Wallace Hartley was a talented musician and a courageous hero. He died trying to save others, and his legacy will never be forgotten.

The story of Wallace Hartley is a reminder of the importance of courage and selflessness. It is a story that will continue to inspire people for generations to come.

Additional Resources

* [Wallace Hartley's Wikipedia page](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wallace_Hartley) * [The Titanic Band's Memorial website](http://www.titanicbandmemorial.org/) * [The Wallace Hartley Society website](http://www.wallacehartleysociety.co.uk/)

Hymn for Eternity: The Story of Wallace Hartley, Titanic Bandmaster

by Asia Moore

4.4 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	8384 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	128 pages
Lending	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Paperback	:	25 pages
Item Weight	:	4.2 ounces
Dimensions	:	8.5 x 0.07 x 11 inches

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