Five ships set sail in 1519 on an expedition led by Ferdinand Magellan to reach the Moluccas, marking the start of the first circumnavigation of the globe.
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Five ships set sail in 1519 on an expedition led by Ferdinand Magellan to reach the Moluccas, marking the start of the first circumnavigation of the globe.
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Ferdinand Magellan sets sail in 1519 from Spain with five ships, aiming to reach the Moluccas. The expedition faces storms, starvation, and mutiny as it crosses uncharted waters. After three years, only one ship returns. Juan Sebastián Elcano leads the remaining crew back to Spain in 1522, completing the first circumnavigation of the globe. The documentary details the hardships and achievements of the crew during this historic voyage, revealing the challenges of maritime exploration in the 16th century.
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Why Watch
- Follow Magellan's historic expedition in 1519.
- Meet Juan Sebastián Elcano, the voyage's final captain.
- See the challenges faced by the crew at sea.
Did You Know
- Ferdinand Magellan embarked on his expedition in 1519.
- Juan Sebastián Elcano completed the circumnavigation in 1522.
- The expedition consisted of five ships.
- The film has a duration of 77 minutes.
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Who led the expedition that began in 1519?
Ferdinand Magellan, a Portuguese navigator, led the expedition serving King Charles I of Spain.
What was the goal of Magellan's expedition?
The goal was to reach the Moluccas, also known as the Spice Islands.
Who completed the circumnavigation of the globe after Magellan's death?
Juan Sebastián Elcano completed the circumnavigation in 1522.
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