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12. Relations between Europe and other parts of the world: colonialism, imperialism, decolonization, and global interdependence Ferdinand Magellan, a Portuguese explorer, became known as the first person to lead a crew across the Pacific Ocean. He sailed in the name of Spain. Magellan was the first to navigate through a strait now known as the Strait of Magellan. During his voyage, crew members identified many new species of animals. His voyage across the Pacific crossed the International Date Line, which was unknown before this time. They discovered that European calendars were behind a day of their logs, and this lead to the line’s recognition. However his personal sense of accomplishment was short lived due to his death in the Philippines while on a voyage. While he had the intent of making commercial profit, religious motives also drove his effort in exploration. Magellan stated that he was in search of "Gold, spices, and Christians." McKay, John P. __A History of Western Society__. Boston: Houghton Mifflin, 2003