Juan Sebastián Elcano
Juan Sebastián Elcano was a Spanish explorer who completed the first circumnavigation of the Earth, taking command of the expedition after Magallanes's death and proving the viability of sailing around the world.
Born on Jan 01, 1486 (539 years old)
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Switzerland:
Juan Sebastián Elcano is celebrated for completing the first circumnavigation of the globe after Magellan's death.
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Panama:
Juan Sebastián Elcano is honored by the name of the ship, as he was the first person to circumnavigate the Earth.
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Argentina:
Juan Sebastián Elcano is honored as the first person to circumnavigate the Earth, and the training ship is named after him.
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Paraguay:
Juan Sebastián Elcano is known for his role in the second circumnavigation of the world.
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Spain:
Juan Sebastián Elcano was part of the first circumnavigation of the globe, during which regañás were present.
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