Ferdinand Magellan

  • Jan 1, 1480

    Ferinand Magellan Birth

    Ferdinand Magellan was born on 1480 in Sabrosa, Portagul.
  • Period: Jan 1, 1480 to Apr 17, 1521

    Ferdinand Magellan

  • Jan 1, 1493

    Became a Page

    At the age of 13 Ferdinand Magellan was sent to act as apage at the Court of Lisbon. This is where he acquired many skills that would prove to be beneficial to him later one when he goes on his expedition.
  • Jan 1, 1505

    New Journey

    Ferdinand Magellan joined the journey of fransisco d' almeilda to India.
  • Jan 1, 1518

    Ferdinand Leaves Portagul

    Ferdinand Magellan left Portagul in order to go to Spain where he found a king who would fund his journey across the globe.
  • Jan 1, 1519

    Magellan Sets Sail

    Magellan Sets Sail
    Ferdinand Magellan set sail with his 5 ships on 1519. The name of the five ships were Trinidad, San Antonio, Concepcion, Santiago, and Victoria.
  • Jan 1, 1520

    Choas Breaks Out

    Choas Breaks Out
    During their endeavor a storm hit that destroyed the Santiago. Some crew members also commited mutinity, causing choas to break out within the crew.
  • Apr 17, 1521

    Ferdinand Magellan Dies

    Ferdinand Magellan died on the 17th of April, 1521. He had taken a arrow to the chest and was left for dead by his remaining crew.