jan 1, 1770 - European Discovery of Austrailia
Description:
In 1770, Captain Cook 'discovered' the south east coast of Australia, landing in Botany Bay. On 22 August 1770, he claimed the whole of the east coast of Australia at Possession Island, naming eastern Australia New South Wales.Added to timeline:
Date:
jan 1, 1770
Now
~ 256 years ago