The Journeys of Alexander the Great
By Emilia Wellesley · Published May 6, 2026 · Updated May 13, 2026 What Were the Journeys of Alexander the Great? The journeys of Alexander the Great were a single continuous campaign of roughly twelve years, running from his crossing of the Hellespont in spring 334 BC to his death in Babylon on 10 or […]
The Expedition of Hernán Cortés
By Emilia Wellesley · Published May 5, 2026 · Updated May 13, 2026 What Was the Expedition of Hernán Cortés? The expedition of Hernán Cortés was a Spanish military and diplomatic campaign that ran from February 1519 to August 1521 and ended with the fall of Tenochtitlán, capital of the Mexica (Aztec) empire. Cortés sailed […]
Sir Francis Drake’s Circumnavigation
By Emilia Wellesley · Published May 5, 2026 · Updated May 13, 2026 Last reviewed: May 5, 2026. What Was Sir Francis Drake’s Circumnavigation? Sir Francis Drake‘s circumnavigation was an English voyage from December 1577 to September 1580 that became the second expedition to sail around the world after Magellan’s. Backed quietly by Elizabeth I, […]
Zheng He’s Treasure Voyages
By Emilia Wellesley · Published May 5, 2026 · Updated May 13, 2026 Last reviewed: May 5, 2026. What Were Zheng He’s Treasure Voyages? Zheng He‘s treasure voyages were seven Ming-dynasty maritime expeditions, conducted between 1405 and 1433, that sent a Chinese fleet across the Indian Ocean as far as East Africa. Commanded by the […]
The Travels of Ibn Battuta
By Emilia Wellesley · Published May 4, 2026 · Updated May 13, 2026 Delve into the extensive journeys of Ibn Battuta, the famed Moroccan explorer whose travels spanned across the globe during the 14th century. His accounts provide a comprehensive view of the Islamic world at that time, offering insights into diverse cultures, peoples, and […]
The Lewis and Clark Expedition
By Emilia Wellesley · Published May 4, 2026 · Updated May 13, 2026 Last reviewed: May 4, 2026. Embark on a journey through significant facts and events of the Lewis and Clark Expedition, understanding its impact on American history, geographical knowledge, and interactions with Native American tribes. Mission Inception and Objectives A Presidential Mission In […]
Marco Polo’s Journey to China
By Emilia Wellesley · Published May 4, 2026 · Updated May 13, 2026 Last reviewed: May 4, 2026. Prelude to the Journey As dawn broke over the bustling lagoon city of Venice, the stage was set for one of history's greatest tales of adventure and discovery. In the 13th century, Venice stood as a thriving […]