George Vancouver - Part 1: The beginnings of an explorer's journey

Imagine a boy standing on the shores of Norfolk, eyes wide as ships glide by. This boy, George Vancouver, born in seventeen fifty-seven, would grow to shape the very maps of the Pacific.The smell of pitch and herring smoke filled his childhood, a world of ropes and timbers that pulsed with life. As he entered the navy as a teenager, he learned the craft of navigation, teaching himself the lead line and sextant. These instruments became his language, guiding him through his future.Learn more at: https://theexplorationarchive.com/exploration/george-vancouverThe Exploration Archive is part of The Archive Network by Jonkai Ventures, a collection of podcasts dedicated to exploring the great explorers and voyages that shaped our world.Support the podcast and access exclusive content on Patreon:https://thearchivenetwork.com/supportDiscover more archives and stories:https://thearchivenetwork.comExplore this archive:https://theexplorationarchive.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.