Henry Hudson's crew mutinied due to growing discontent over harsh conditions, dwindling provisions, and a lack of progress in finding a northwest passage. Tensions escalated as Hudson's leadership became increasingly autocratic and his refusal to return home alienated his crew. In June 1611, they seized control of the ship and set Hudson, his son, and a few loyal crew members adrift in a small boat in Hudson Bay, effectively abandoning them. This act of mutiny was driven by frustration and desperation as they sought to ensure their own survival.
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