Captain James Cook
Captain James Cook was a British explorer, navigator, and cartographer, best known for his three voyages to the Pacific Ocean in the 18th century. He played a crucial role in mapping many areas of the world, including the coasts of New Zealand and Australia, and his expeditions contributed significantly to European knowledge of the Pacific region. However, his legacy is controversial, particularly regarding the impacts of British colonization on Indigenous populations. Cook's statues have been targets of anti-colonial protests, reflecting the ongoing debate over historical figures associated with colonialism.
Born on Oct 27, 1728 (296 years old)
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Other statues were also the apparent target of anti-colonial activists last year, including a statue of Captain James Cook that was cut at the ankles before it toppled in FitzRoy Gardens.
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Other statues were also the apparent target of anti-colonial activists last year, including a statue of Captain James Cook that was cut at the ankles before it toppled in Fitzroy Gardens.
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