February 14, 1779: Captain James Cook Killed

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🗓️ 14 February 2022

⏱️ 10 minutes

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English explorer James Cook was killed on the beach of Hawaii’s Kealakekua Bay after his plan to kidnap a local leader went awry. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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0:00.0	Today is Monday, February 14th, 2022.
0:07.0	On this day in 1779, Captain James Cook was killed on the beaches of Hawaii.
0:14.0	The circumstances of his death are still disputed to this day.
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0:58.5	Welcome to Today in True Crime,
1:03.0	a Spotify original from PARCAST. Due to the graphic nature of these crimes,
1:08.3	listener discretion is advised. This episode includes discussions of violence and murder.
1:11.6	We advise extreme caution for children under 13.
1:16.1	Today, we're covering the story of Captain James Cook's death at the hands of native Hawaiians.
1:18.7	The relationship between the British sailor and the locals
1:21.4	started out amicably, but ended in disaster.
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