Tupaia, star navigator
Publisher |
ABC Podcasts
Media Type |
audio
Podknife tags |
Australia
History
Society & Culture
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Publication Date |
Apr 07, 2020
Episode Duration |
00:28:35
In 1768 when James Cook sailed from Tahiti looking for the great southern land, Tupaia, a traditional Polynesia navigator was on board. His knowledge proved invaluable to Cook and his sailing skills astounded the crew. What role did Tupaia actually play in the voyage and why haven't we heard heard about him?

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