Episode 174: Magellan

Western Civ

English - October 15, 2021 16:00 - 1 hour - 85.9 MB - ★★★★★ - 117 ratings
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While many different explorers discovered new lands, only Magellan tried to circumnavigate the globe. In our first of three Magellan episodes, we discuss not only how the voyage began but the various reasons it almost did not. Check out westerncivpodcast.com for more episodes! Become a Patron for exclusive bonus content at patreon.com/westerncivpodcast