Military & Warfare

Ferdinand Magellan Killed in Battle of Mactan

Ferdinand Magellan, the Portuguese explorer, was killed in battle against the indigenous forces led by chief Lapulapu in the Philippines. The encounter occurred on the shores of Mactan Island, where Magellan sought to assert Spanish dominion over the region. Despite his naval experience, Magellan and his men found themselves outnumbered and faced fierce resistance from the local warriors. This confrontation was pivotal, marking a significant moment in the early Spanish colonial efforts in the Philippines.

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