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| “ | In the 16th century the Spanish conuistadors tore into the new world of South America. Francisco Pizarro an illeterate peasent solider who conquered Peru was perhaps the most ruthless of these soldiers of fortune. In 15 years he and his followers killed thousands of indeginoious Indians, wiped out the ruling Incan monarchy and enslaved an empire. These acts were commited in pursuit of power, gold and religious imperialism. Few men have changed the course of world history in such a violent, ruthless manner. | „ |
| ~ Introduction to a Discovery Channel documentary |
Francisco Pizarro (1471 - June 26, 1541) was an explorer during the 1500's who conquered the Incan Empire and murdered many civilians. He is one of the worst conquistadors of the time, like Cortez . He destroyed the entire empire and was from Italy.