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In search of fame and fortune, Portuguese explorer Ferdinand Magellan set out from Spain in 1519 with a fleet of five ships to discover a western sea route to the Spice Islands. En route he discovered what is now known as the Strait of Magellan and became the first European to cross the Pacific Ocean.
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∙ 8y agoIn search of fame and fortune, Portuguese explorer Ferdinand Magellan set out from Spain in 1519 with a fleet of five ships to discover a western sea route to the Spice Islands. En route he discovered what is now known as the Strait of Magellan and became the first European to cross the Pacific Ocean.
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What is Ferdinand Magellans exploration?
south around south America
Who funded Ferdinand magellans exploration?
the queen of Spain
What was Ferdinand magellans date of exploration?
there was no date he died before he could explore anything
How did magellans understanding of geography effect his exploration of the world?
Ferdinand Magellan's understanding of geography affected his exploration of the world by guiding him in circumnavigation of the world.
Who Financed Ferdinand Magellans exploration?
First,Ferdinand Magellan did not gain support from King Emmanuel I Of Portugal.So he decided to lay down his plans to King Carlos I Of Spain who agreed to finance his expedition
When was Ferdinand Magellans birth year?
1480
What was Ferdinand magellans's goal?
Ferdinand's goal was to sail around the globe. =D
Who was Ferdinand Magellans brothers?
Ferdinand Magellan didn't have any brothers. He was a single child.
Who financed Ferdinand Magellans trip around the world?
King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella of Spain
What year did Ferdinand Magellans parents die?
Ferdinand Magellan's parents died in 1490 when he was 10
How old was Ferdinand Magellans wife?
68 years old
When did Ferdinand magellans parents die?
His parents died when he was 10
