Episode 4 of 5
Endeavour takes on armaments at Gallions Reach
- When
- 21 July 1768
- Where
- Gallions Reach, Thames
- Part of
- Departure of HMS Endeavour
On 21 July 1768 Endeavour sailed to Gallions Reach on the Thames to load armaments for protection in the Pacific.
On 21 July 1768, Endeavour sailed to Gallions Reach on the Thames to take on armaments to protect her against potentially hostile Pacific island natives. This was the final noted preparation before the ship's departure from Plymouth the following month.
Sources
- HMS Endeavour Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-21
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