Ferdinand Magellan: The First Names Series

Ferdinand Magellan was a Portuguese explorer who led the first expedition to circumnavigate the globe. He was born in Sabrosa, Portugal, in 1480. He began his career as a sailor and explorer in the Portuguese navy. In 1519, he set out from Spain with five ships to find a westward route to the Spice Islands. He crossed the Atlantic Ocean, the Pacific Ocean, and the Indian Ocean. He reached the Philippines in 1521, where he was killed in a battle with the natives.

Early Life and Career

Ferdinand Magellan was born in Sabrosa, Portugal, in 1480. He was the son of Pedro de Magalhães and Alda de Mesquita. His father was a minor nobleman and his mother was a lady-in-waiting to Queen Leonor.

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Magellan received a good education and was fluent in several languages. He began his career as a sailor and explorer in the Portuguese navy. He served in the Indian Ocean and the Far East. In 1513, he was part of an expedition that reached Malacca, Malaysia.

The First Circumnavigation of the Globe

In 1519, Magellan set out from Spain with five ships to find a westward route to the Spice Islands. He crossed the Atlantic Ocean and reached Brazil. He then sailed across the Pacific Ocean and reached the Philippines in 1521. He was the first European to cross the Pacific Ocean.

Magellan was killed in a battle with the natives in the Philippines. However, his expedition continued on and successfully circumnavigated the globe. The expedition returned to Spain in 1522 with only one ship and 18 survivors.

Legacy

Ferdinand Magellan was one of the greatest explorers in history. He was the first European to circumnavigate the globe. His expedition opened up new trade routes and helped to expand European knowledge of the world.

Magellan's legacy is still felt today. He is remembered as one of the most daring and adventurous explorers in history. His name is associated with the Strait of Magellan, which he discovered during his expedition.

The First Names Series

Ferdinand Magellan is one of the subjects of the First Names Series. The First Names Series is a collection of biographies of famous people from history. Each book in the series tells the story of a person who made a significant contribution to the world.

The First Names Series is a great way to learn about the lives of famous people. The books are written in a clear and engaging style. They are full of interesting facts and anecdotes.

If you are interested in learning more about Ferdinand Magellan, I recommend reading the book Ferdinand Magellan: The First Names Series.

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Ferdinand Magellan (The First Names Series)

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Language	:	English
File size	:	31173 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	160 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

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