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Magellan: The First Circumnavigation of the Globe

Magellan: The First Circumnavigation of the Globe

50minutes

Paperback

Historical FiguresGeneral World History

ISBN10: 2806292085
ISBN13: 9782806292087
Publisher: 50minutes.com
Published: Mar 1 2017
Pages: 42
Weight: 0.11
Height: 0.09 Width: 5.06 Depth: 7.81
Language: English
Keen to learn but short on time? Get to grips with the life of Ferdinand Magellan in next to no time with this concise guide. 50Minutes.com provides a clear and engaging analysis of Ferdinand Magellan. In early modern Europe, maritime exploration was hugely important as different countries vied for control of the lucrative spice trade. In 1519, the Portuguese navigator and explorer Ferdinand Magellan set sail with a small fleet in search of a new route to the Indies. Although the fleet was decimated by fighting, illness and starvation, they eventually discovered this new route and completed the first ever circumnavigation of the globe. In just 50 minutes you will: - Learn about Magellan's life and the maritime expeditions he took part in - Analyse the scientific, political and economic consequences of his expedition around the world - Understand the importance of maritime exploration and the spice trade in early modern Europe ABOUT 50MINUTES.COM History & Culture 50MINUTES.COM will enable you to quickly understand the main events, people, conflicts and discoveries from world history that have shaped the world we live in today. Our publications present the key information on a wide variety of topics in a quick and accessible way that is guaranteed to save you time on your journey of discovery.

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