1. Why are they a Great Briton?
Who are they?
Captain James Cook
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History/Geography
Why are they a Great Briton?
Captain Cook Video Clip

2. Why is Captain James Cook a Great Briton?
He joined the Royal Navy at a young age and captained the HMS Endeavour on an expedition to the Pacific Ocean.
He was the first European to view the east coast of Australia and claimed it for the British; naming it New South Wales.
He was born and raised in Middlesbrough and was the son of a farm worker. His ambition allowed him to become a very successful sailor.