Ferdinand+Magellan

Ferdinand Magellan By: Mateo Donawa + Kyle Thomson

__Personal Background Information __ Ferdinand Magellan was born into a wealthy noble family in 1480. When he was a wee boy at the age of 10, his parents died. After that he was made a Queen’s messenger in the Royal Court at the age of 12. In his early sailing life, he sailed to India and other Far Eastern countries, and places. He sailed for Portugal at first, but King Charles V turned Ferdinand against Portugal, consequently; he started sailing for Spain. Ferdinand lived for about 41 years. In the Philippine Islands, Ferdinand was killed in a battle with the natives. He was murdered by a poison arrow in the foot, and a spear through the heart.

__Where was he from? Which country was he exploring for? __ Ferdinand was born in Northern Portugal in the year 1480. The country he was exploring for was Spain. Fist he sailed for Portugal when he first started sailing.

__What was his goal in exploring? __ His goal in exploring was to find a new route to Asia. He wanted a new route since the other route to Asia was filled with dangerous natural hazards, such as mountains. Also, the Portuguese controlled the seas surrounding the original sea route to Asia. This was dangerous for the Spaniards to sail in.

__What were the results of his exploring? __ The results of his exploring were revolutionary. The Spaniards now had a new route to travel, and it was across the world! His voyages now open a new possibility of sailing to Asia in that time. With this new found knowledge the Spaniards built better and more durable ships.

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