Andrés de Urdaneta

Andrés de Urdaneta was a Spanish explorer and navigator, best known for his role as an apprentice to Juan Sebastián Elcano. He played a crucial part in the history of exploration by successfully completing the first return voyage from Asia to the Americas, known as the tornaviaje, after the perilous expedition led by Loaysa. Urdaneta's navigational skills and experiences significantly contributed to the understanding of ocean currents and trade routes during the Age of Exploration.