The Financing of Magellan’s Voyage
Ferdinand Magellan’s Ambitious Venture: Financing the First Circumnavigation
Ferdinand Magellan’s voyage, an endeavor that ultimately achieved the first circumnavigation of the globe, was a monumental undertaking requiring substantial financial backing. Securing this funding was a complex process, involving navigating political landscapes, convincing skeptical monarchs, and leveraging personal connections. The story of how Magellan financed his ambitious voyage reveals the economic and political realities of 16th-century exploration.