In the year 1770, Captain James Cook and the crew of the HMS Endeavour embarked on a significant voyage, landing at what is now known as Botany Bay. This expedition marked the first detailed European mapping of the east coast of Australia, an event documented with much enthusiasm for its contributions to the charts of the world. However, the arrival of the Europeans had a dark side that was unintended yet devastating. Along with their maps and measurements, Cook’s crew brought with them pathogen

8.5K views · 93 reactions | On this day 250 years ago, UK Royal Navy captain James Cook arrived in the HMB Endeavour at what is now known as Botany Bay. 18 years later the First Fleet arrived from the United Kingdom. "That landing did shift Australia's history forever" - Gladys Berejiklian - NSW Premier. www.7NEWS.com.au #JamesCook #7NEWS | 7NEWS Sydney | Facebook