James King

Captain James King was an officer of the Royal Navy. He served under James Cook on his last voyage around the world, specialising in taking important astronomical readings using a sextant. After Cook died he helped lead the ships on the remainder of their course, also completing Cook's account of the voyage. He continued his career in the Navy, reaching the rank of post-captain, commanding several ships and serving in the American War of Independence.

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Información General

Hombre

Fecha de nacimiento

01 de enero, 1750

Edad

275

Lugar de nacimiento

United Kingdom, England

Fecha de nacimiento

01 de octubre, 1784

Murió envejecido