Endeavour is a famous ship that was used by the British explorer James Cook during his first voyage to the Pacific Ocean from 1768 to 1771. The ship was originally a coal transport vessel, but it was modified for exploration. During this journey, Cook and his crew mapped parts of New Zealand and the eastern coast of Australia, making significant contributions to navigation and geography. The HMS Endeavour is also notable for its role in scientific research. On board were naturalists and scientists who studied the flora and fauna of the regions they explored. The voyage helped expand European knowledge of the Pacific and its diverse ecosystems.