Circumnavigate Collection

Sir Robin Knox-Johnston circumnavigates the globe
Sir Robin Knox-Johnston and his 32-foot ketch Suhaili, after completing a 312-day non-stop single-handed voyage around the world

Ferdinand Magellan's ship The Nao Victoria, which took part in the expedition in 1519 to circumnavigate the earth
3058539 Ferdinand Magellan's ship The Nao Victoria, which took part in the expedition in 1519 to circumnavigate the earth

United States Navy - Destroyer DD-293 - USS Billingsley
United States Navy - Destroyer DD-293 USS Billingsley, assisting Douglas World Cruiser float-plane 23-1231 (msn 147) Boston, which was forced down near the Faroe Islands and damaged beyond repair

Mariana Islands in the Pacific discovered by Magellan, 1521
The Ladrones, later called the Marianas, and a native outrigger drawn by Pigafetta on the Magellan expedition, 1521. Hand-colored woodcut reproduction of a 16th-century illustration

Magellans route across the Pacific
Route of Magellans ships across the Pacific while circumnavigating the earth, 1519-1522. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Olivier van Noort, 1558 - 1627. Dutch merchant captain and the first Dutchman to circumnavigate the world

The Spanish ironclad frigate Numancia in the port of Callao, Lima, Peru in 1865. This was the first ironclad to circumnavigate the earth. From The Illustrated London News, published 1865

Magellan sails around South America to circumnavigate the earth
Magellan passing through his Strait to sail around South America on his circumnavigation of the earth, 1519-1522. Hand-colored woodcut reproduction

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Ships of Ferdinand Magellan rounding Tierra del Fuego to circumnavigate the earth 1519 to 1521. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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Death of Magellan on the island of Mactan, Philippines, in 1521, before completing his circumnavigation of the earth. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Oliver Van Noort Dutch Navigator, Victorian Illustration, 1558-1622
Very Rare, Beautifully Illustrated Antique Engraved Victorian Illustration of Oliver Van Noort Dutch Navigator, Victorian Illustration, 1558-1622. Copyright has expired on this artwork

Map of Magellans Voyage Around the World, c. 1540 (manuscript on vellum)
XCF701484 Map of Magellans Voyage Around the World, c.1540 (manuscript on vellum) by Agnese, Battista (1514-64); Private Collection; (add.info)

Ferdinand Magellan, Portuguese explorer
Ferdinand Magellan (c.1480-1521), Portuguese navigator and explorer. Magellan is most famous for heading the first expedition to eventually circumnavigate the world

Sir Francis Drake (1542-1596)
Engraving of Sir Francis Drake (1542-1596), Elizabethan explorer and seafarer. In 1577 he and his crew became the first Englishmen to circumnavigate the globe

GERBAULT (1893-1941)
ALAIN GERBAULT A French tennis star turned sailor, with his boat the Firecrest. Buried on Bora Bora in the Pacific Ocean

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"Circumnavigate: A Journey Across the Globe" Embarking on a daring adventure, Sir Robin Knox-Johnston fearlessly set out to circumnavigate the globe, defying the limits of human exploration. From the vast oceans to uncharted territories, his voyage mirrored the audacity of those who came before him. The United States Navy's Destroyer DD-293 - USS Billingsley stands as a testament to their unwavering determination. Centuries ago, Ferdinand Magellan discovered the enchanting Mariana Islands in the Pacific during his historic journey in 1521. His route across this vast ocean served as a guiding light for future explorers. Olivier van Noort, a Dutch merchant captain, etched his name in history by becoming the first Dutchman to complete a circumnavigation of our planet from 1558 to 1627. His courage paved new paths for future generations. In an era marked by innovation and progress, it was the Spanish ironclad frigate Numancia that made history in 1865 as it became the first ironclad ship to successfully navigate around Earth's circumference. Its presence at Callao port in Lima, Peru left spectators awestruck. Magellan's legendary voyage saw him sail around South America with unwavering resolve; an extraordinary feat that forever changed our understanding of our world's geography. Through captivating illustrations and ancient maps like "Map of Magellans Voyage Around The World, " we are transported back in time – witnessing these remarkable journeys unfold before our eyes. The spirit of exploration lives on through these tales of bravery and resilience. As we reflect upon these remarkable achievements throughout history, let us continue pushing boundaries and embracing curiosity as we strive to explore every corner of our magnificent planet.