Historical Events
Cook's First Voyage
Captain James Cook departs from Plymouth, England, on his first voyage on board the Endeavour, bound for the Pacific Ocean
1768 Highlights
About August 25, 1768
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 255 years, 8 months and 20 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Virgo
American
British
Canadian
French
German
Russian