Ferdinand Magellan

Ferdinand Magellan

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Famous Portuguese explorer who sought a westerly route for spices. He planned the first successful expedition to circumnavigate the world.

  • When was
    Ferdinand Magellan born?

    Ferdinand Magellan was born on Wednesday, May 19, 1480

  • Where was
    Ferdinand Magellan born?

    Ferdinand Magellan was born in Sabrosa, Portugal

  • How old is
    Ferdinand Magellan?

    Ferdinand Magellan is 544

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  • The church says that the Earth is flat, but I have seen the shadow on the moon and I have more faith in the shadow than in the church.
  • The Church says that the Earth is flat, but I know that it is round. For I have seen the shadow on the moon and I have more faith in the Shadow than in the Church.

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