268 JOHN LEDYARD. 



teristics. He never lost his courage, and his courage 

 now brought him relief. The celebrated Captain 

 Cook was at that moment in London, preparing for 

 his third and last voyage of discovery around the 

 world. Ledyard called on him, explained his plans 

 and purposes, charmed the hardy explorer with his 

 vivacity and good nature, and obtained permission 

 to enlist in his service as a corporal of marines. 

 He soon became a special favorite with this distin- 

 guished and adventurous navigator. 



