jan 1, 1522 - Ferdinand Magellan

Description:

Ferdinand Magellan, a Portuguese explorer, led the first expedition to successfully circumnavigate the globe between 1519 and 1522. Though Magellan himself was killed in the Philippines in 1521, his fleet continued under the command of Juan Sebastián Elcano. The voyage provided the first direct evidence that the Earth was round and demonstrated the vast scale of the planet. Magellan's expedition also opened new maritime routes and solidified Spain's role in global exploration, marking one of the most important achievements in the history of navigation.

Added to timeline:

Date:

Images: