A medal marking Captain James Cook's second voyage of discovery in 1772 has sold for £6,500 at auction. Captain Cook was sent as far south as possible to determine if there was any great southern ...

Series editor John Farren writes: In the late 18th century Captain James Cook led three great voyages of discovery which would push the borders of the British Empire to the ends of the earth.

His name is synonymous with Whitby and he became a household name after embarking on voyages to New Zealand, Australia and ...

This Maori knife is thought to have been collected on one of Captain Cook's voyages during the 18th century. Many Maori woodcarvings were treasured objects that became precious and sacred heirlooms.

Captain Cook's legacy has been viewed less favourably in recent years due to his treatment of the people he encountered during his voyages to the Pacific. 15 April 2025: This story has been ...

Press the question mark key to get the keyboard shortcuts for changing dates. Hotel Captain Cook is frequently tagged as Anchorage's only luxury hotel, and, in truth, it really is. The giant ...

In collaboration with the National Museum of Australia's exhibition marking the 250th anniversary of Captain Cook's voyage to Australia,This Place: View From the Shore focuses on the history and ...