Are Captains Required to Go Down With Their Ships?“The captain goes down with the ship” is a long standing tradition for some countries. But what happens when a captain breaks from that tradition?SavePrintEpoch Video4/20/2014|Updated: 4/20/2014“The captain goes down with the ship” is a long standing tradition for some countries. But what happens when a captain breaks from that tradition?We had a problem loading this article. Please enable javascript or use a different browser. If the issue persists, please visit our help center.Share this articleLeave a commentEpoch VideoAuthorBringing you the latest videos, livestreams, and premieres. Author’s Selected ArticlesTrump Hosts Ballroom Dinner at the White HouseOct 15, 2025House Democrats Hold Hearing on Cost IncreasesOct 15, 2025Trump Holds Joint Press Conference With FBI DirectorOct 15, 2025LIVE NOW: Possible Senate Vote on Government FundingOct 15, 2025Related Topicscaptainlawshipsinkingtradition
Are Captains Required to Go Down With Their Ships?
“The captain goes down with the ship” is a long standing tradition for some countries. But what happens when a captain breaks from that tradition?
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