James Cook was a lieutenant, not a captain, when he explored Australia's east coast.He did not land where Sydney now stands. He first landed in Botany Bay, some 8 km south of the entrance to Port Jackson (Sydney).
James Cook only ever came ashore at Botany Bay.
Captain James Cook was born and raised and lived in England.
Neither.James Cook first landed in Botany Bay, and this is the site he recommended for colonisation.
Captain Cook claimed Australia for Great Britain in 1770
Captain Cook was a ships' captain, not a cook.
Captain James Cook was English.
James Cook did not actually sail into Sydney Harbour. He sailed into Botany Bay, 8km south, originally naming it "Stingray Harbour".
Captain Cook's last name was Cook. His full name (after promotion) was Captain James Cook.
No. Captain Cook was from England.
Captain James Cook was the captain of the Endeavour.
Captain James Cook was British.