Answer to Question #233250 in History for Hqzel

Question

Explain why the Pigafettas accounts and Journal is considered as primary source of certain Historical Events?

Explain in one paragraph (not less than 100 words )

Answer 1

Pigafetta is known to be a conscientious chronicler, supposedly taking notes daily. His accounts and journals provide primary information on certain historical events; for instance, his circumnavigation of the globe and narration of the battle included what some historians describe as “fabulous details,”. His work is considered the most important source about the Magellan expedition. He was detailed (his work, for example, included descriptions of numerous animals) and determined to learn local words. Therefore, Pigafetta's work is important not only as a source of information about the voyage itself, but also includes an early Western description of the people and languages of the Philippines.