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The Philippine Islands, 1493-1898, Volume 33, 1519-1522

Note 91 — PRIMO VIAGGIO INTORNO AL MONDO

James Alexander Robertson translation

Hence arose the name “Patagonians” or “men with big feet,” given by Magalhães, because of the awkward appearance of the feet in such coverings, which were stuffed with straw for greater warmth.

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