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Ferdinand Magellan

A Portuguese explorer credited with masterminding the first expedition to circumnavigate the world.

Antonio Pigafetta

A Venetian scholar and chronicler of Magellan's expedition, known for his detailed journal of the voyage.

The First Voyage Around The World

A historical account of Magellan's expedition from 1519 to 1522, chronicled by Antonio Pigafetta.

Landrones Islands

The name given by Pigafetta to the Marianas Islands, meaning "Islands of the Thieves."

Humunu Island

The island where Pigafetta described finding the "Watering Place of Good Signs" and first signs of gold.

Raia Calambu

The king of Zuluan and Calagan who assisted Magellan and attended the first mass in the Philippines.

First Mass in the Philippines

A significant event held on March 31, 1521, presided over by Magellan's chaplain.

Rajah Humabon

The king of Cebu who demanded tribute from Magellan but was refused.

Battle of Mactan

The conflict where Magellan died, fighting against the native chief Lapulapu and his forces.

Lapulapu

The chief of Mactan who resisted Magellan's forces and is celebrated for his bravery.

Pigafetta's Journal

An important historical document that provides insights into the voyage and the cultures encountered.

Santiago

The smallest ship in Magellan's fleet, lost during the expedition.

San Antonio

The largest ship in the fleet, which was also lost during the voyage.

Trinidad

Magellan's flagship that was attacked and left shipwrecked.

Victoria

The only ship to complete the circumnavigation of the globe, led by Juan Sebastian Elcano after Magellan's death.

King Charles V

The monarch who provided the Spanish fleet for the expedition led by Magellan.

Cebu

The largest and richest island encountered by Magellan's fleet, where tensions arose with local rulers.

Santo Niño

The image of the Child Jesus introduced by Pigafetta, which is celebrated in Cebu every January.

Economic and Political Status

Insights into the pre-colonial Philippines, including trade practices and social structures.

Pre-colonial Religion

The worship of nature and idols practiced by the indigenous people before the arrival of Christianity.