Francis Drake's circumnavigation of the globe began on December 13, 1577, when he set sail from Plymouth, England. His expedition concluded on September 26, 1580, when he returned to Plymouth, making him the first Englishman to complete a circumnavigation of the Earth. The mission was notable for its significance in maritime exploration and the expansion of English naval power.
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