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Captain Cook's Monument

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Captain Cook's Monument
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Captain Cook's Monument in Buckinghamshire commemorates the explorer James Cook, who was the first European to map the eastern coastline of Australia and made significant contributions to Pacific exploration. The monument is important as a local landmark celebrating his legacy and connection to the area.

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National Trust

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Photo: Dr Richard Murray · CC BY-SA 2.0