William Hayes
Simultaneously, SS Imo, piloted by William Hayes and commanded by Captain Haakon From, was proceeding outbound through the Narrows at an estimated 7-8 knots — significantly faster than the recommended speed. Both ships had harbor pilots aboard: Harbor commission records and testimony confirm Francis Mackey was aboard Mont-Blanc and William Hayes aboard Imo.
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William Hayes is documented in the evidence record of this published dossier.
Co-documented with William Hayes in 1 published dossier, including “The Halifax Explosion Inquiry”.
Co-documented with William Hayes in 1 published dossier, including “The Halifax Explosion Inquiry”.