2. Pacific Ocean: He entered the Pacific Ocean and explored previously uncharted waters.
3. California: While on his voyage, Drake landed on the coast of present-day California and claimed it for England, naming it "Nova Albion."
4. Golden Hind: During his journey, Drake renamed his ship from "Pelican" to "Golden Hind."
5. Spanish Plunder: Drake captured several Spanish ships carrying valuable cargo like silver, gold, pearls, and spices.
6. Looting Valparaiso: He raided and looted the Spanish ports of Valparaiso and Arica along the west coast of South America.
7. Drake Passage: Named for Sir Francis Drake himself, it's the body of water between South America's Cape Horn and the Antarctic Peninsula.
8. Cape of Good Hope: On his return voyage, Drake rounded the Cape of Good Hope—the southern tip of Africa—becoming the first captain to circumnavigate the world in a single expedition.
9. Return to England: In 1580, after his famous three-year circumnavigation, Drake arrived back in Plymouth, England, as a national hero.
10. Queen Elizabeth's Blessing: Queen Elizabeth I of England knighted Drake for his remarkable achievements and recognized his contributions to English exploration and power.