The McGann brothers, Paul and Stephen, recount their great-uncle Jimmy McGann's harrowing experiences during the Titanic disaster in their BBC podcast series 'Titanic: Ship of Dreams.' As a coal-trimmer, Jimmy labored tirelessly under harsh conditions and remained aboard until the ship sank. Despite surviving the tragic event, he later succumbed to pneumonia. The brothers aim to illuminate the lives and struggles of the working-class men who powered the Titanic, emphasizing the historical significance of their sacrifices and the ongoing legacy of hardship faced by immigrant families in Liverpool.
Paul McGann stated that they want to showcase the challenges faced by men like Jimmy, highlighting the crucial role of the ship’s coal-trimmers.
Stephen McGann remarked on how their family faced extreme poverty and societal rejection, stating that their grandfather's streets were the worst in the empire.
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