1597 ⟶ William Shakespeare's *Romeo and Juliet* Published
Romeo and Juliet is published.
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⛓️ ⛓️ African Slavery Begins in Americas
First reported African slaves in the New World⟶
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Portugal⚔️ Magellan's Expedition Reaches Philippines; Magellan Killed in Battle of Mactan
Philippines encountered by Ferdinand Magellan. He was later killed in the Battle of Mactan in central Philippines in the same year.⟶
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PhilippinesPortugalSpain🗺️ Ramusio Publishes 'Delle Navigiationi et Viaggi' (Volume 3) with Hochelaga Illustration
Publication in Venice of Delle Navigiationi et Viaggi (terzo volume) by Giovanni Battista Ramusio, secretary of Council of Ten, with plan La Terra de Hochelaga, an illustration of the Hochelaga.⟶
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Canada🎭 William Shakespeare's Baptism
William Shakespeare baptized 26 April⟶
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United Kingdom🎭 William Shakespeare's *Romeo and Juliet* Published
Romeo and Juliet is published.⟶
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