Henry Hudson captain courageous? Explorer Henry Hudson dreamed that his name and deeds would be "carved on the tablets of the sea." Would he succeed? (American History Play).

From: Junior Scholastic | Date: September 6, 2002| Author: Hanson-Harding, Alexandra | Copyright information

INTRODUCTION

Imagine--you are a sailor in the middle of the Arctic Ocean. The days are long and cold. Fierce storms pelt your small ship. Icebergs threaten to rip it apart. You are months away from seeing your family, and there's no way to phone home.

Worst of all, your captain, Henry Hudson, seems to care more about personal fame than about your safety and well-being.

From 1607 to 1611, Hudson led four expeditions (journeys) in search of a norther...

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