Ferdinand Magellan was a Portuguese explorer born in 1480 who led the first expedition to circumnavigate the globe from 1519 to 1522. Though he was killed in the Philippines in 1521, Magellan's expedition was the first to sail across the Pacific Ocean and complete a global circumnavigation, establishing trade as one of the primary motivations for his explorations. Magellan named the Pacific Ocean during his voyage.

1. Ferdinand MagellanBy Mrs CumminsI am Portuguese!

2. Who was Ferdinand Magellan?Ferdinand Magellan was a famous Portuguese explorer who was born in 1480. He died in 1521.

3. Why is Ferdinand Magellan famous?Although Magellan was killed on his last expedition it is generally accepted that he was the first explorer to circumnavigate the world.

4. This map shows where Ferdinand Magellan and his crew explored?

5. When did Ferdinand Magellan explore?Magellan explored from 1519 to 1522.

6. Why did Ferdinand Magellan explore?The reasons for Magellan’s explorations is probably multi-factorial. Perhaps he was motivated to accumulate great wealth and had a curiosity about what lay beyond Europe.

7. Why did Ferdinand Magellan explore?Research suggests trade was an important motivator for Magellan’s expeditions. In 1511, he sailed to the Spice Islands where exotic spices such as cinnamon and nutmeg were located.

8. Interesting facts about Ferdinand Magellan Magellan named the Pacific Ocean: this name means a calm, peaceful ocean. What is the family background of Magellan?Magellan’s family were members of the nobility. Hence, they were wealthy and powerful.

9. Who did Ferdinand Magellan sail for?Early in Magellan’s sailing career he sailed for his country Portugal. After having a dispute with his King, ManoelII, he sailed for Spain.

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