The 18 men who survived Ferdinand Magellan's circumnavigation of the globe were part of the original crew of about 270. After a treacherous journey marked by conflict, harsh conditions, and the loss of many crew members, the survivors included notable figures such as Juan Sebastián Elcano, who ultimately led the remaining crew back to Spain aboard the Victoria. They returned in 1522, completing the first successful circumnavigation of the Earth. The voyage was pivotal in expanding European understanding of global geography and maritime navigation.
250 crew members only 18 survived and Magellan was not one of them
Ferdinand Magellan took 237 men on his voyage, but many of them died.
18 men survived on the Victoria and 4 later returned from the Trinidad after being held prisoner in Portugal.
After Ferdinand Magellan's death in 1521 during the Battle of Mactan in the Philippines, the voyage was led by Juan Sebastián Elcano. The remaining crew continued westward, ultimately navigating through the Spice Islands and across the Indian Ocean. They faced numerous challenges, including mutinies and dwindling supplies, but managed to return to Spain in September 1522 aboard the Victoria, becoming the first expedition to circumnavigate the globe. Only 18 of the original 270 crew members completed the journey.
Ferdinand Magellan set sail with approximately 270 men on his expedition in 1519. Upon completing the circumnavigation of the globe, only 18 men returned to Spain in 1522 aboard the ship Victoria. This highlights the significant challenges and hardships the crew faced during the voyage.
250 crew members only 18 survived and Magellan was not one of them
Ferdinand Magellan took 237 men on his voyage, but many of them died.
18 men survived on the Victoria and 4 later returned from the Trinidad after being held prisoner in Portugal.
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Magellan commanded about 240 men on the voyage, but only 18 survivors came back.
There was only 18 men left out of the 270 that left.
One, the Victoria, with 18 of the original crewmen.
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