Ferdinand Magellan Flashcards
1
Q
Where and when was he born?
A
1480 in Portugal
2
Q
When did he die?
A
1521 killed in Philippines
3
Q
What was his job?
A
A Portuguese navigator
4
Q
Who was his sponsor
A
King of Spain
5
Q
What were his motives?
A
- To find new trade routes to Asia
2. Claim land in Asia and Spice Islands
6
Q
What were his dates of exploration?
A
1519-1521
7
Q
What was his route of exploration?
A
Spain across Atlantic south to Brazil through the Strait of Magellan north in the Pacific Ocean along South America then west to the Philippines
8
Q
What was his impact?
A
- Strait of Magellan – discovered shortcut
- Credited with being first around the world (although he died in Philippines, a member of his crew continued)
- Killed many Indians
- Spread disease
