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Timewatch: 2008-2009: Episode 9: Captain Cook: The Man Behind the Legend

Captain Cook: The Man Behind the Legend

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Episode 9: Captain Cook: The Man Behind the Legend

2008-2009

BBC Two - Timewatch, 2008-2009, Captain Cook: The Man Behind the Legend

Vanessa Collingridge travels in the footsteps of legendary explorer Captain James Cook.

Vanessa Collingridge travels in the footsteps of legendary explorer Captain James Cook to uncover the forces that drove him to success - and ultimately to his own death.

In the late 18th century, Captain James Cook led three great voyages of discovery which pushed the borders of the British Empire to the ends of the earth. In just over a decade, his ability as a navigator and chartmaker would add one-third to the map of the known world. For many he was the greatest explorer in history, but for others he was a ruthless conqueror.

While the exploits of Captain Cook are well documented, much less is known about James Cook the man. Presenter Vanessa Collingridge sets out on her own voyage of discovery - travelling in his footsteps to uncover the forces that drove him to success, and ultimately to his own death.

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