Patrick O'Brian begins publishing the Aubrey-Maturin series of novels, the first of which inspires the movie.
The movie 'Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World', directed by Peter Weir and based on Patrick O'Brian's novels, is released.
Filming of the movie takes place, including locations in England and the Galápagos Islands.
HMS Surprise sets sail from England under Captain Jack Aubrey's command during the Napoleonic Wars.
The crew of HMS Surprise first spots and gives chase to the French privateer ship Acheron off the coast of Brazil.
A mysterious illness begins to affect several crew members aboard HMS Surprise, including the ship's surgeon, Stephen Maturin.
In order to resupply and treat his sick, Aubrey leads an assault and storming of a Spanish port fortified by land batteries.
HMS Surprise pursues Acheron around the dangerous and stormy Cape Horn, enduring harsh weather and perilous seas.
HMS Surprise engages in a fierce naval battle with the Acheron, capturing the ship and securing victory.
