Historical Events tagged with "mapmaking"
Turns out history loves a label—battles, breakthroughs, and the occasional disaster, all neatly tagged for your browsing pleasure. Because sometimes you just need every weird invention in one place.
Captain Cook Embarks on Third Voyage
Captain James Cook began his third voyage, departing from Plymouth, England, on a quest to explore the Pacific Ocean. This voyage aimed to discover the Northwest Passage and further engage with the natural world. Aboard the HMS Resolution and accompanied by HMS Discovery, Cook had ambitions to chart the southern lands and pursue scientific knowledge, including fields such as astronomy and botany. Under this expedition, Cook was also tasked with making significant contributions to navigation and map-making. His journey would lead him to numerous islands and coasts, allowing for detailed observations and interactions with indigenous populations.
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