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The fourth episode of Voyage2Go History takes you on a journey through the South Atlantic, where Georg Forster and the HMS Resolution face the challenges of life at sea.
After departing Madeira, the HMS Resolution and Adventure continued their journey into the Atlantic. Passing the Canary Islands, Georg Forster reflects on their rich history, from ancient myths of the "Fortunate Isles" to colonial conquests.
In this episode, Georg Forster takes us to the breathtaking island of Madeira, where the amphitheater-shaped city of Funchal dazzles with its whitewashed houses, lush vineyards, and historic castles.
Embark on a captivating journey into the 18th century as we follow Georg Forster aboard the HMS Resolution under the command of Captain James Cook. In this episode, the voyage begins in England, with the crew setting their sights on uncharted waters.
Travel to see country & people: In my row on the Amtrak train to Sacramento sit three lovely Mexican Golden Girls who knit by day, share brought-in nachos, cheese cubes and white wine in the evening, and then at night tuck under a mountain of blankets under the seats on the floor for sleeping.