Why would Magellan's expedition make countries such as France and England more
Interested in sailing to the Americas?
Spain became more powerful after Magellan's expedition. So, France and
England decided it would be too difficult to compete.
Magellan died before the expedition was completed. His death showed how
dangerous the voyage could be for European navigators.
France and England realized that it was possible to reach Asia by going
around or through the Americas.