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Captain Cook Taking Possession of the Australian Continent on Behalf of the British Crown, 1770 (colour litho)
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Captain Cook Taking Possession of the Australian Continent on Behalf of the British Crown, 1770 (colour litho)
5235831 Captain Cook Taking Possession of the Australian Continent on Behalf of the British Crown, 1770 (colour litho) by Gilfillan, John Alexander (1793-1867) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Captain Cook Taking Possession of the Australian Continent on Behalf of the British Crown, 1770.); Look and Learn / Valerie Jackson Harris Collection
Media ID 23270512
© Look and Learn / Valerie Jackson Harris Collection / Bridgeman Images
Across Australia Botany Bay British Empire Captain Cook Flgas Hms Endeavour James Cook Landing New South Wales South Australia Union Jack West Australian White Ensign Australians
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This print captures a significant moment in history as Captain Cook takes possession of the Australian continent on behalf of the British Crown in 1770. The color lithograph, created by John Alexander Gilfillan, beautifully depicts this pivotal event that marked the beginning of British colonization in Australia. In this artwork, we witness the arrival of Captain Cook and his crew on their ship, HMS Endeavour, at Botany Bay. The sailors can be seen standing proudly alongside their captain as he plants the Union Jack flag into the ground, symbolizing Britain's claim over this newfound land. The scene exudes a sense of ceremony and exploration as Cook confidently asserts British dominance while surrounded by awe-inspiring natural beauty. This image serves as a reminder of the audacious spirit that drove European explorers to venture into unknown territories during the 18th century. Notably absent from this depiction are any indigenous Australians who inhabited these lands long before European arrival. It is essential to acknowledge that this artwork represents only one perspective and does not fully capture or recognize the complex history and experiences of Indigenous peoples. Nevertheless, this print remains an important historical artifact that sheds light on Britain's colonial ambitions and its impact on Australia's past. It serves as a visual testament to Captain Cook's role in shaping Australia's future as part of the vast British Empire.
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