Monday, 19 March 1565
The General departed for the town named Bohol at the western part, which would be 4 leagues away. The galleon San Juan was left behind… Read More »Monday, 19 March 1565
Limasawa
12-15 March, 1565
From Massawa the armada went to Camiguin. At the east there is a small island full of woodland. A ship can pass between the islet… Read More »12-15 March, 1565
Saturday, 10 March 1565
We went to the island of Masawa and at 6 leagues west by northwest, the cabeza of Butuan. From the island of Butuan, I mean,… Read More »Saturday, 10 March 1565
Friday, 9 March 1565
We sailed for the island of Masawa. We passed between Panay and the cabeza of Butuan four leagues from one island to the other. At… Read More »Friday, 9 March 1565
2nd of May, 1521
[At this time, the Concepción is abandoned. Only about 110 men still survive. João Carvalho was elected captain-general.] [The rest of the expedition immediately leave… Read More »2nd of May, 1521
14th of April, 1521
[The Sultan Humabon is baptized (and renamed Don Carlos) by the flagship’s chaplain with all pomp and circumstance. Rajah Colambu is also baptized and named… Read More »14th of April, 1521
9th of April, 1521
[Humabon’s heir confers with Magellan and is convinced of the merits of the Christian virtues. Later on, Magellan promises military protection and proclaims Humabon sovereign… Read More »9th of April, 1521
[7-30 April 1521]
9. They sailed down that channel and then turned westward and anchored at the town (la villa) of Subu where they stayed many days and… Read More »[7-30 April 1521]
7th of April, 1521
[The fleet enters the port of Cebu, where, following negotiations, merchandise is exchanged for provisions, and good relations are established.] [The expedition reaches Cebu. Colambu… Read More »7th of April, 1521