Did Cabrillo die during his exploration voyage?
Yes
No, he died after he returned
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No, he died before the voyage
Answer
Yes, Cabrillo died during his exploration voyage. He was injured in a fall on Santa Catalina Island and died there on January 3, 1543. He was buried on the island, and his remains were later moved to Mexico.
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