Kealakekua Bay Collection

Captain Cook killed by Hawaiian natives, 1779
Death of English explorer Captain James Cook in the Sandwich Islands (Hawaii), 1779. Hand-colored woodcut reproduction of a painting

The tragic death of Captain Cook (engraving)
960012 The tragic death of Captain Cook (engraving) by Webber, John (1750-93) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The tragic death of Captain Cook on the shore at Kealakekua Bay, Hawaii)

Keomo Beach near Kealakekua Bay, Captain Cook, North Kona area, Big Island, Hawaii, USA

The death of Captain James Cook at Kealakekua Bay, Hawaii, February 17, 1779. James Cook, 1728 - 1779. Captain in the British Royal Navy, explorer, navigator and cartographer

Hand Of Gold Lighting Over Pali (Cliff) On Kealakekua Bay; Kona, Island Of Hawaii, Hawaii, United States Of America

Coconut Palm (Cocos Nucifera) On Kealakekua Bay With View Of Captain Cook Monument; Kona, Hawaii, Island Of Hawaii, United States Of America

Kealakekua Bay, Big Island, Hawaii, USA
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Kealakekua Bay, Big Island, Hawaii: A tranquil paradise with crystal-clear waters and golden sand, yet steeped in history. This idyllic cove was the site of the tragic encounter between Captain James Cook and the Hawaiian natives in 1779. Cook's explorations brought him to these shores, but his stay ended in fatal consequences. The hand of fate, symbolized by the Hand of Gold lighting over the Pali (cliff), oversaw the events that led to Cook's death. Today, a monument stands as a reminder of this pivotal moment in maritime history. Amidst the coconut palms, visitors can contemplate the past and enjoy the present, as Cook's legacy continues to shape our understanding of the vast Pacific Ocean.