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Endeavour Voyage: Bedanug, Thunadha, Bedhan Lag, Tuidin — Possession Island

<p>Possession Island&nbsp;from&nbsp;Cape York Peninsula, Queensland,&nbsp;2019</p>

National Museum of Australia

<p>Possession Island&nbsp;from&nbsp;Cape York Peninsula, Queensland,&nbsp;2019</p>

The story of HMB Endeavour’s 1770 voyage lies at the very core of the Australian nation.

This education resource has been designed for students to explore the content of the Endeavour Voyage online exhibition. It aligns with the Australian History Curriculum and the cross-curriculum priority of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Histories and Cultures.

This resource allows students to explore the island known as Bedanug, Thunadha, Bedhan Lag and Tuidin.

A teacher resource is also included.

Student activities: Endeavour Voyage, Bedanug, Thunadha, Bedhan Lag, Tuidin — Possession Island.pdf
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Teacher resources: Endeavour Voyage, Bedanug, Thunadha, Bedhan Lag, Tuidin — Possession Island.pdf
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