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Captain Cook: Encounters That Changed History

Professor Anne Salmond, an expert in Māori Studies and anthropology, explores the complex legacy of Captain James Cook’s Pacific voyages. Moving beyond the familiar image of Cook as a heroic explorer, she presents a more nuanced portrait of a man deeply transformed by his encounters with Indigenous peoples, especially in Polynesia and Aotearoa (New Zealand). From being treated as a high-ranking figure despite his humble origins, to relying on the wisdom of Polynesian navigators like Tupaia, Cook’s journey was shaped by both Enlightenment ideals and moments of deep cultural misunderstanding. Salmond explores the tensions that arose after violent incidents in New Zealand, the shift in Cook’s leadership style due to tensions, and the tragic breakdown of trust in Hawai‘i that played a key role in his death. Dame Anne Salmond invites viewers to rethink Cook’s legacy through the lens of diplomacy, conflict, and the fragile relationships that ultimately led to his downfall. Read more https://www.sea.museum/en/first-natio...