History of James Cook in Timeline
Captain James Cook was a British Royal Navy officer, explorer, and cartographer. He is renowned for leading three significant voyages of exploration in the Pacific and Southern Oceans from 1768 to 1779. Cook completed the first recorded circumnavigation of New Zealand's main islands and was the first European to make contact with the eastern coast of Australia and the Hawaiian Islands. His explorations significantly expanded European knowledge of these regions.
2 days ago : James Cook Seeks Contract Extension, Sits Out Bills Practices Amid Negotiations
Bills running back James Cook is seeking a contract extension and has been sitting out of practices. General Manager Brandon Beane provided an update, noting Cook's contract negotiations are ongoing.
1959: Annual Re-enactment of Cook's Landing
Since 1959, there has been an annual re-enactment of Cook's 1770 landing near modern Cooktown, supported by the local Guugu Yimithirr people. The reenactments celebrate an act of reconciliation where a local elder presented Cook with a broken-tipped spear as a peace offering, following a conflict over sharing green turtles.
2006: RRS James Cook Built
In 2006, the Royal Research Ship RRS James Cook was built to serve in the UK's Royal Research Fleet.
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