Originally known as Prince Albert, King George VI had reluctantly taken the British Throne after the death of his father and the abdication of his older brother. Despite this, his leadership would restore the public’s faith in the monarchy, and see Britain through the maelstrom of the Second World War.

The famous captain of the RMS Titanic during her first and only voyage, Smith held the title of Commodore of the White Star Line as the company’s senior officer until his death during the 1912 sinking of the infamous liner.

The head of RAF Fighter Command during the Battle of Britain as well as the leadup to the Second World War, Dowding’s leadership is considered directly responsible for the victory of “The Few” during the dark days of the summer of 1940.