yes. it was the spice islands
Ferdinand Magellan explored because he wanted to find spices for his country,yet found the pacific ocean instead. HE WAS REALLY LOOKING TO FIND THE SPICE ISLANDS!
You can find pictures of both the archduke and the band on Google Images. However, if you are looking for the archduke, it's a good idea to type in Archduke Franz Ferdinand; otherwise, the pictures that come up will be mostly of Franz Ferdinand the band.
Ferdinand Williams
Archduchess Marie Carolina depending on which "Ferdinand" we are speaking of. There was also "IMELDA"..Ferdinand's wife which is most likely the one you are looking for.Sophia of Hohenburg.
NO!
at the philippines
he wanted to find a way to Asia. After he died the Europeans said his trip was too long so they started looking for the North Western Passage. (which didn't exist)
Ferdinand Magellan was looking for a western route to the Spice Islands (Moluccas) when he embarked on his expedition in 1519. He hoped to find a way to reach the valuable spice trade by sailing west instead of the traditional eastward route around Africa.
find spice for his king
he discovered penicillin
He was the first European to find them and was killed there.
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