Captain James Cook's three voyages led to the discovery of Australia's east coast in 1770, during his first voyage to observe the transit of Venus.
Aired: Apr 16, 1988Captain James Cook
Captain James Cook's three voyages are the basis for this show. On his first voyage in 1770, while observing the transit of Venus in the South Pacific, Captain Cook discovered the east coast of Australia. He later advocated for Australia's colonization.
