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    Ferdinand Magellan was a Portuguese explorer who started his voyage in Spain and was the first explorer to circumnavigate‚ meaning to travel all the around the world. He was killed on April 27‚ 1521 by the natives on the island of Cebu in the Philippines while many of his own men stayed on the boat despite knowing their captain was in trouble. The question being asked was whether or not this captain was worth defending. This question could be answered either way but in this essay we are going to

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    Leyte Philippine Island. He went to Limasawa and celebrated a mass. He was able to make friends with the local chieftain Rajah Kulambo and Rajah Siago. He informally conquer the Philippine Island and named it archipelago of San Lazaro. On April 8‚ 1521. He landed in the island of Cebu where he meet and make friend with the local chieftain Rajah Humabon. Magellan with his priest held a mass in the Island. He convinced the natives to be baptized in the name of Christianity. Magellan was able to baptized

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    This edition of the German master Albrecht Dürer’s 1521 engraving is a fine example of the artist’s revolutionary style of printmaking. His combination of traditional religious subjects with a scientific understanding of anatomical modeling and perspective make the piece dynamic and contribute to the overall drama of the narrative. A halo of light draws the eye to the central figure of the Christ child‚ who gazes serenely upon his bearer and makes a sign of benediction. The visage of the saint‚ rendered

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    then known as Cebu’s Pahina River. Thus‚ in Cebuano‚ they say it’s Sinulog. Sinulog‚ which is of pagan origin‚ is the link between the country’s pagan past and its Christian present. Portuguese navigator Ferdinand Magellan came to Cebu on April 7‚ 1521 to plant the cross on its shore and claim the country for the King of Spain‚ Sinulog was already danced by the natives in honor of their wooden idols and anitos. Then Magellan came and introduced Christianity. He gave the Santo Nino (image of the Child

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    Michael Isaias Guerrero APUSH Mr. Reinking Write a 400 - 600 word essay responding to the following question. “In spite of criticisms by some revisionist historians‚ Christopher Columbus‚ and other sixteenth century explorers‚ acted with a daring and courage that brought both wealth and pride to their patron nations. By viewing these men within the context of the historical periods in which they lived‚ they truly deserved to be called heroes.” To what extent is the above statement

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    Christianization and conquests. King Humabon and Queen Juana of Cebu gave him a warm reception and embraced Christianity as well. As gratitude to his hospitality‚ Magellan agreed to fight with king Humabon who was at war with the neighboring tribe in Mactan Island. Magellan was killed in the battle. His men returned to Spain‚ and that same expedition has also set the record as the first to circumnavigate the earth. Spain sent another expedition to the Far East Region. An Augustinian priest‚ named Andres

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    Review of “One Man Alone” In “One Man Alone” I think William Manchester was trying to use the story of Ferdinand Magellan to show how innovative thinkers can change the world. It fits in with the rest of the book‚ but was much more enjoyable to read because of the adventure-style it was written in. The other two sections were rather bland and factual; it emulated more of a documentary-type feeling. The third section‚ however‚ was written at a much faster pace which I found much more enjoyable

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    25 November 2013 The Black Widow Spider What is a black widow spider? Black widows are notorious spiders identified by the colored‚ hourglass-shaped mark on their abdomens. It is very small‚ females are about 15 mm and the males are only 7 mm‚ not including the legs. Its venom is 15 times stronger than a rattlesnake’s. The most dangerous for humans is the American black widow spider. These spiders are found in many areas of the world‚ but are found mostly in the Western Hemisphere‚ particularly

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    a hotel. 4. Apply the acquired skills and theories from the classroom. 5. Have a closer look on the role and functions of the travel agencies and deal primarily with national and local travel. 6. To visit the historical places in Cebu city and Mactan island. Significance of the tour Educational tour gives us ideas likewise opportunity to visit the prestigious and competitive hotels at the same time business that can be an instrument for us to have a better future. It helps us to develop our

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    via Cebu Pacific (Lord managed to book unbelievable airline ticket rates of PHP 650 ($US 15.00) per person return) 3:30 AM Arrival at NAIA Terminal 3 4:45 AM Departure via Cebu Pacific 5:45 AM Arrive in Cebu Mactan International Airport CEBU TO HAGNAYA PORT* 6:30 AM From Cebu Mactan International Airport take a Taxi to Hagnaya Port in Northern Cebu (Travel Time – 2 Hours 30 minutes) We managed to negotiate from an original asking price of PHP 2‚500 ($US 60.00) to PHP 1‚500 ($US 30.00)! Go Hour

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