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Captain Cook: Obsession and Discovery

Season 1 Episode 2: Taking Command

A perilous journey unfolds as a British expedition embarks on a quest to chart the unknown southern continent, driven by a strong desire to assert national superiority over the unexplored territory.

Season 1 Episodes:

Episode 1 A Likely Lad

1. A Likely Lad

Aired: Oct 28, 2007

The next episode explores James Cook's transformation from a humble farm boy ...

Episode 2 Taking Command

2. Taking Command

Aired: Nov 4, 2007

A perilous journey unfolds as a British expedition embarks on a quest to char...

Episode 3 Beyond Speculation

3. Beyond Speculation

Aired: Nov 11, 2007

Captain Cook seizes the chance to claim the eastern coast of Holland for Brit...

Episode 4 Northwest Passage

4. Northwest Passage

Aired: Nov 18, 2007

A seasoned explorer sets out on a perilous journey to chart the fabled Northw...

Main Cast

David Curtiz

David CurtizCaptain Cook

Bridget Bezanson

Bridget BezansonElizabeth Cook

Appearances

Vanessa Collingridge

Vanessa Collingridge

Info about Captain Cook: Obsession and Discovery

Current Status: Ended

Network: ABC TV

Genres:Documentary, History