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Explore the explorations of Captain James Cook and his discoveries around the world.

Captain James Cook
Learn about the famous 18th Century explorer and his explorations.

Captain James Cook
This site contains details about Cook and his three voyages. Includes an account of Cook's final days.

Chart of the NW Coast of America and NE Coast of Asia explored in the years 1778 and 1779
Cook was an excellent cartographer, here you can see a sample of one of his maps.

Cook's First Voyage
A thorough description of the first voyage (1768-1771).

James Cook and the Introduction of Lime Juice in the British Navy
Cook was responsible for helping to fight scurvy in his sailors by providing vitamin C through lime juice and sauerkraut.

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