Joseph CMW

Jul 25, 2022

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2: Retelling Magellan's Southeast Asia, Summer 1521

13: The Armada is forced to restructure after heavy losses.
14: Though the Magellan-Elcano voyage was probably the most documented voyage in SE Asia at its time, we know that many other sailors from many other places were traveling every which way through the same waters.
15: What was happening in the capital city of the Philippines before it was the Philippines?
16: What was happening in the southern Philippines before it was the Philippines? And what was a Renaissance man's impression of it?
17: The Western Visayas region was and still is a popular destination.
18: Politics and culture were always rich and complex in both mainland and maritime Southeast Asia.
19: The wealth and power of Southeast Asian leaders left strong impressions on the Europeans who met them in the Magellan-Elcano voyage.
20: Complex identities emerged right away in the Age of Discovery/Exploration/Imperialism.
21: One of the earliest naval conflicts between European and Southeast Asian vessels begins unexpectedly.
22: One of the earliest naval conflicts between European and Southeast Asian vessels ends in disappointment all around.
23: Decisions have results or consequences for the Armada de Molucca.
24: The fleet restructures again. Others must adjust too.
Joseph CMW

Joseph CMW

I aspire to write well-informed historical fiction that shines light on less-recognized perspectives of familiar events. Mixed Fil-Am Tisoy He/They/Siya🇵🇭🇺🇸