Category Archives: Human Historical Series West Coast

Nootka Sound: The Story Of John Jewitt – Part I

Posted on January 7, 2011 by Len Webster

A rich marine environment, coupled with protected waters, islands, and beautiful sandy beaches, draw sea kayakers and hikers to Nootka Sound on Vancouver Island’s west coast. Historically, the area was also site of Captain Cook’s visit in 1778, a continued … Continue reading →

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Nootka Sound: The Story Of John Jewitt – Part II

Posted on January 6, 2011 by Len Webster

Note: This is the second in a three part series. Read earlier post to better appreciate Jewitt’s story. Jewitt and Thompson responded very differently to their captivity. Thompson hated the natives and was very bitter with his situation. Jewitt, on … Continue reading →

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Nootka Sound: The Story Of John Jewitt – Part III

Posted on January 4, 2011 by Len Webster

After nearly 3 years in captivity, the Lydia, under Samuel Hill appeared in Nootka Sound on July 19, 1805. Hill was aware that Jewitt and Thompson might be among these natives. The chiefs met to decide what they should do … Continue reading →

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