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The voyage reached the California coast on October 18, 1587, at a latitude of 35.5 degrees North.

: They encountered local indigenous groups and offered food and clothing as peace offerings. 121587

In October 1587, history was made on the shores of California when the first Filipinos landed at Morro Bay. The Expedition of the Esperanza The voyage reached the California coast on October

Today, this event is recognized as the earliest documented presence of Filipinos in what is now the continental United States. A monument at Morro Bay marks the spot of the landing, predating the arrival of the Pilgrims at Plymouth Rock by 33 years. The Expedition of the Esperanza Today, this event

On July 12, 1587, the Spanish galleon , commanded by Pedro de Unamuno , set sail from Macau. The crew consisted of Spaniards and Philippine Indios , along with three Franciscan friars. Their mission was twofold: to find the mythical islands of "Rica de Oro" and "Rica de Plata" and to transport Chinese goods to New Spain. Landing at Morro Bay