Ferdinand Magellan

In the early 16th century, amidst treacherous waters and unforgiving storms, one explorer charted a path where none had dared before. While many know of Christopher Columbus and his discovery of the New World, it was Ferdinand Magellan, the relentless Portuguese navigator, who ventured further south. In 1520, Magellan reached the southernmost tip of South America, navigating the perilous waters that now bear his name: the Strait of Magellan. This historic passage opened a new route to the riches of the East and solidified Magellan's legacy as a trailblazer. Join us as we delve into the daring journey of Ferdinand Magellan, the man who braved the unknown and changed our understanding of the world.