Jigsaw Puzzle : Events / Pacific / Cook
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Events / Pacific / Cook
He commemorates their landing in Botany Bay by inscribing a record on a tree
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1770 Commemorates Cook Landing Pacific Record Inscribing
Jigsaw Puzzle (252 Pieces)
Discover the rich history of exploration with our stunning "Events / Pacific / Cook" jigsaw puzzle from the Media Storehouse collection, featuring an iconic image from Mary Evans Picture Library's Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating puzzle showcases the historic moment when Captain James Cook and his crew recorded their landing at Botany Bay in 1770. The intricate puzzle pieces bring to life the detail of the beautiful illustration, allowing you to immerse yourself in the adventure and history of this pivotal moment. Engage your mind and challenge your problem-solving skills as you piece together this intriguing and educational puzzle. A perfect addition to any home or classroom, this puzzle is sure to be a conversation starter and a source of fascination for history enthusiasts of all ages.
Made in the USA, 252-piece puzzles measure 11" x 14" (27.9 x 35.5 cm). Every puzzle is meticulously printed on glossy photo paper, which has a strong 1.33 mm thickness. Delivered in a black storage cardboard box, these puzzles are both stylish and practical. (Note: puzzles contain small parts and are not suitable for children under 3 years of age.)
Jigsaw Puzzles are an ideal gift for any occasion
Estimated Product Size is 28cm x 35.6cm (11" x 14")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures the historic moment when Captain James Cook and his crew of the HMS Endeavour first set foot in Botany Bay, Australia, on April 19, 1770. Cook, a pioneering explorer of the Pacific Ocean, is depicted in the photograph inscribing a record on a tree with a quill pen. The tree, with its gnarled bark and lush foliage, stands as a testament to the passage of time and the significance of this pivotal moment in Australian history. The year was 1770, and Cook's expedition marked the first recorded European sighting of the eastern coast of Australia. Botany Bay, with its sheltered waters and abundant plant life, provided the perfect opportunity for Cook and his crew to explore and document the new land. Cook's journal entries from this time detail his observations of the local flora and fauna, as well as his interactions with the Indigenous people he encountered. The inscription on the tree, now long gone but immortalized in this photograph, serves as a reminder of Cook's groundbreaking exploration and the impact it had on the world's understanding of the vast Pacific and its many wonders. This image offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when the unknown was still a vast and exciting frontier, and the spirit of discovery was at its zenith.
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