The Explorers Podcast

James Cook - Part 4 - First Voyage: New Zealand and Australia

Oct 27, 2022
In this episode, James Cook's first voyage explores New Zealand and Australia, encountering the Maori people, escalating tensions, and mapping the coastline. Cook decides to head towards Australia, facing storms and challenges at Botany Bay. The crew navigates through uncharted reefs, including the Great Barrier Reef.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 4min
2
Maori Confrontation and Escalation
04:04 • 11min
3
Completing the Mission and Heading to Australia
15:06 • 2min
4
Challenges at Botany Bay
17:17 • 13min
5
Exploring the Uncharted Reefs of New Zealand and Australia
29:51 • 2min