The amazing life and gruesome death of Captain Cook, the explorer who ‘discovered’ Australia
Captain James Cook embarked on a series of voyages that would forever change the course of history. Born into humble beginnings in 18th-century England, Cook rose through the ranks of the Royal Navy to lead three groundbreaking expeditions across the uncharted waters of the Pacific Ocean. His journeys not only expanded the boundaries of the known world but also contributed significantly to the fields of cartography and natural science. However, his remarkable achievements are marred by cross-cultural misunderstandings.