Ferdinand Magellan - First Circumnavigation of the Earth

European exploration

A period beginning in the late 1400s marked by voyages into uncharted territories, driven by profit and the desire for new trade routes.

Spice Islands

The islands known for producing valuable spices such as cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg, particularly sought after by European traders.

Ferdinand Magellan

A Portuguese sailor who proposed and led the first expedition to circumnavigate the globe.

Mutiny

A rebellion against authority, particularly by sailors against their captain; this occurred during Magellan's voyage.

Mara Pacifico

The name given by Magellan to the Pacific Ocean, meaning 'peaceful sea'.

Scurvy

A disease caused by a deficiency of vitamin C, which affected many crew members during the voyage due to lack of fresh provisions.

Cebu

An island in the Philippines where Magellan formed an alliance with a local ruler who converted to Christianity.

Trinidad

One of Magellan's ships that sprang a leak and had to remain behind for repairs in the Maluku Islands.

Victoria

The last ship of Magellan's fleet to return to Spain, completing the first circumnavigation of the globe.

Francis Drake

An Englishman who undertook a remarkable voyage around the Earth 58 years after Magellan, further proving the spherical nature of the planet.