The captain is George Pollard , an inexperienced mariner from an established whaling family who envies Chase 's skill and popularity .
The owners hire veteran whaler Owen Chase as first mate , though he is disappointed not to receive a captain 's commission .
The captain is George Pollard , an inexperienced mariner from an established whaling family who envies Owen Chase 's skill and popularity .
The owners hire veteran whaler Owen Chase as first mate , though he is disappointed not to receive a captain 's commission .