The Explorers Podcast Abel Tasman - Part 1 - Tasmania and New Zealand
Sep 13, 2022
Dutch explorer Abel Tasman searches for Terra Australis but discovers Tasmania and New Zealand. The podcast explores Tasman's voyages, the Dutch Republic, the Dutch East India Company, and Governor Van Diemen's expedition. It covers Ejet Cherksen's challenges, the discovery of Van Diemen's Land, and the confrontation with the Maori. Tasman speculates on New Zealand and teases future episodes.
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1 2 3 4 5 6
Introduction
00:00 • 2min
The Dutch Republic Emerges: Wars, Trade, and Colonization
02:10 • 10min
Exploration Plans and Goals
12:08 • 4min
Ejet Cherksen's Expedition Begins: Challenges, Resupply, and Mapping
16:00 • 3min
Formation of the Council and Discovery of Van Diemann's Land
19:10 • 8min
Speculating on New Zealand and Teasing Future Episodes
27:12 • 2min