Francisco de Becerra facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Francisco de Becerra
Born	1510s Medellín, Extremadura, Spain
Died	16th century Brazil
Allegiance	Spain
Rank	Captain

Francisco de Becerra was a Spanish captain who lived in the 1500s. He was born in Medellín, a town in Extremadura, Spain. He was part of the Spanish Army during the time when Europeans explored and settled new lands, often called the New World.

Life of a Spanish Captain

Francisco de Becerra was born in Extremadura, Spain, around the 1510s. He became a captain in the Spanish Army. He was known for commanding a type of ship called a brigantine.

A Journey to the New World

In the year 1550, Captain Becerra was in charge of a ship. This ship was carrying a woman named Mencía Calderón on an important journey. Francisco de Becerra's wife, Isabel, also traveled with him on this trip.

Tragic End

Sadly, during this journey, Francisco de Becerra died in a shipwreck. This happened near a place called Mbiazá, which is in Brazil. Luckily, his wife and children survived the shipwreck and were safe.

See also

In Spanish: Francisco de Becerra para niños