Follow the journey of George Vancouver who, as a member of the Royal Navy, sailed with Captain Cook looking for the Northwest Passage. His travels brought him to the west coast of present-day British Columbia claiming the land for Britain. Provided by publisher.

Who was George Vancouver? -- First travels with Captain Cook -- Looking for a route to China -- Travelling north -- Captain of the ship -- Along the Northwest Coast -- Exploring a water maze -- Meeting the coast Salish -- Nootka Sound -- Exploring Nisga'a homelands -- Heading north -- Charting Alaska -- Vancouver's legacy.