Captain Cook Monument
Captain Cook Monument. (Photo by Ezra Zeitler)
In 1778, Captain James Cook, a British sailor exploring the pacific for shipping routes, landed on Hawaii. He and his fellow sailors sought refuge in Kealakekua Bay in order to make necessary ship repairs and replenish supplies. The sailors were welcomed by the native Hawaiians and they traded pigs and vegetables for iron nails. After two and a half weeks, Captain Cook and his crew set sail but were forced to return after a storm broke their foremast. This time however, the Hawaiians were not as welcoming and stole one of the ships boats. While attempting to retrieve the boat, an ali`i was shot dead by a British officer. Before Cook could retreat to his ship, he was killed.
On the north end of Keakakekua Bay, near his place of death, a monument stands for Captain James Cook.
On the north end of Keakakekua Bay, near his place of death, a monument stands for Captain James Cook.
Sources:
Juvik, Sonia P. and, James O. Juvik1998. Atlas of Hawai‘i.
Hilo, HI: University of Hawai‘i Press
Banner photo by Doug Faulkner
Juvik, Sonia P. and, James O. Juvik1998. Atlas of Hawai‘i.
Hilo, HI: University of Hawai‘i Press
Banner photo by Doug Faulkner
