September 6: historical facts and curiosities

Ferdinand Magellan's expedition, under the command of Juan Sebastián Elcano after Magellan's death, completed the first circumnavigation of Earth on September 6, 1522. The nearly three-year voyage began in 1519 with five ships and about 270 men, but only one ship, the Victoria, and 18 crew members returned. This historic achievement proved the Earth was spherical and vastly expanded the geographical knowledge of the era.

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On September 6, 1522, the ship Victoria, commanded by Juan Sebastián Elcano, returned to Spain, completing the first circumnavigation of Earth. This epic three-year journey, initiated by Ferdinand Magellan, proved the world was round and revolutionized global geography and trade. Despite immense losses—Magellan himself died, and only 18 of the original 270 crew survived—it stands as a monumental achievement in human exploration.