Ferdinand magellan biography timeline for kids
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Ferdinand magellan biography timeline for kids
Ferdinand was born near Portugal.
Ferdinand became an orphan when he was 10 years old.
Ferdinand was given the job of messenger in the queen's court.
He learned about ships while there.
Ferdinand sailed with Portugal's first admiral, Francisco de Almedia.
Ferdinand went on another expedition to Melaka.
The Portugese conquered Melaka.
Ferdinand decided to try sailing around the world. Portugal wouldn't finance his trip, so he asked the Spanish to help.
Ferdinand left Spain with a ship full of prisoners and other sailors who joined up.
It was a hard journey that took many months.
While on their journey, Magellan saw many new sights. He was t