George Vancouver

English officer of the Royal Navy. Lover of #nature North American explorer.

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[George Vancouver @georgevantheman]

It's been awhile

[James Cook @jam3sc00k]

i clean up nice

[George Vancouver @georgevantheman]

Just reached one of my most important destinations, the Juan de Fuca strait. April 29th, 1792

[George Vancouver @georgevantheman]

Just finished the negotiation and now going to survey the coast and look for the northwest passage.

[George Vancouver @georgevantheman]

I am little nervous about the negotiation meeting with Spain. I feel like am going to mess up
1791

[George Vancouver @georgevantheman]

I am supposed to be representing Britain in some negotiation with Spain

[George Vancouver @georgevantheman]

I have just received orders to go to the northeast Pacific to Nootka Sound on the west coast of Vancouver Island.

[George Vancouver @georgevantheman]

@georgevantheman April 17th, 1792

[George Vancouver @georgevantheman]

First sighting of the coast of North America. It's a great feeling to finally have success in my journey #journey #success #sailing

[George Vancouver @georgevantheman]

Though I am having a great time sailing the seas I can't help but feel there is something something missing in my life. Feeling lonely. 1791

[George Vancouver @georgevantheman]

Having the best time leading my expedition to North America. Great crews, great views, no problem. #sailingteam

[George Vancouver @georgevantheman]

BIG NEWS: I am officially leading my own expedition to the Pacific Ocean. Planning on sailing to the northwest coast of North America. 1791

[George Vancouver @georgevantheman]

Just got some good news. Not only did I get paid off today but I also just heard my old friend Gardner is now known as lord Gardner. 1789

[George Vancouver @georgevantheman]

Just leaving Jamaica, about to sail north of Cuba through the strait of Florida. Had a good time in the Caribbean. 1789

[George Vancouver @georgevantheman]

Do just once what others say you can't do, and you will never pay attention to their limitations again.
- James Cook
still missing my bff

[George Vancouver @georgevantheman]

Just missed @IBeatLewis by 48 days at Bella Coola, which I could have seen you my friend!

[George Vancouver @georgevantheman]

@IBeatLewis maybe next time!! I also hoped to see you

[George Vancouver @georgevantheman]

@Tsilhquotin good luck to you too! Feels like no where is safe these days

[George Vancouver @georgevantheman]

Just arrived at Navassa island between Cuba and Santo Domingo
1789

[George Vancouver @georgevantheman]

Just visited Cartagena on the north coast of South America, going to Navassa island