The Explorers Podcast James Cook - Part 8 - Third Voyage: Return to Polynesia
Dec 6, 2022
James Cook, an explorer who made significant discoveries during his voyages, returns to Tahiti before heading to North America. He faces challenges in ship preparations and experiences troubles with theft among the Tongan people. Cook's crew discovers the desolation of Crozet and the abundant resources of Kergoulin Islands. The highlight of the episode is the crew's significant discovery of Hawaii.
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1 2 3 4 5 6
Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Preparations and Challenges
02:04 • 13min
Geographical Context, Orders, and Issues on the Ship
15:11 • 4min
Investigating Newly Found Islands
19:22 • 2min
Cook's Troubles with the Tongan People
21:27 • 15min
A Discovery, Turtles, and the Island of Hawaii
36:46 • 2min