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Captain Cook: Obsession and Discovery

The documentary chronicles the life and journeys of Captain James Cook, renowned as the greatest explorer in history, who ventured to Australia and New Zealand, expanding the British Empire's boundaries to its farthest reaches.

Captain James Cook, the greatest explorer in history, embarked on three voyages that expanded the British Empire to the farthest reaches of the globe, traveling to Australia and New Zealand.

Episodes:

Episode 1 A Likely Lad

1. A Likely Lad

Aired: Oct 28, 2007

James Cook proceeds from farm boy to commander of his own ship and learns he ...

Episode 2 Taking Command

2. Taking Command

Aired: Nov 4, 2007

Cook sets sail in search of the great southern continent for Britain to claim.

Episode 3 Beyond Speculation

3. Beyond Speculation

Aired: Nov 11, 2007

Cook claims the east coast of Holland for Britain; he is promoted and given c...

Episode 4 Northwest Passage

4. Northwest Passage

Aired: Nov 18, 2007

Cook searches for a Northwest Passage, but it is a journey too extreme.

Info about Captain Cook: Obsession and Discovery

Current Status: Ended

Network: ABC TV

Genres:Documentary, History