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Cook was attacked and killed by the Hawaiian natives, using spears, on the beach at Kealakekua Bay in Hawaii. The date of Cook's death was 14 February 1779.

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Was Captain James Cook ancient?

No. James Cook was an explorer of the eighteenth century. He was fifty when he was killed.


What is the name of the island that Captain James Cook was killed on in 1779?

Hawai'iOn 14 February at Kealakekua Bay, some Hawaiians killed James Cook.


Did Captain James Cook retire?

No, he was killed in the Hawaiian islands in 1779


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Was Captain James Cook ancient?

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