Captain James Cook’s Second Voyage

On July 13, 1772

British explorer Captain James Cook departed on his second voyage from Plymouth.

His first stop was Funchal, Madeira Islands, on August 1, 1772.

This Day in History - July 13

1837

Queen Victoria inherited Buckingham Palace from her uncle and moved in, becoming the first royal to live on the property.

1969

The USSR's Luna 15 robotic spacecraft was launched from the Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan.

1977

New York City experienced a 25-hour blackout when a substation on the Hudson River was struck by lightning, causing two circuit breakers to trip.

1993

Mexican grill chain Chipotle opened its first restaurant.

1787

The Northwest Ordinance was enacted; it is considered one of the most important legislative acts that the Confederation Congress of the US passed.

What Happened on Jul 13?

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