Atahualpa
Inca emperor at the time of conquest
Born
1497
528 years ago
Died
August 29th, 1533
492 years ago — 36 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Peru
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Ascended to the throne as the last sovereign emperor of the Inca Empire. Atahualpa faced the Spanish conquistadors led by Francisco Pizarro during their invasion of Peru. Captured during an ambush, he was held for ransom, which led to the significant plunder of the Inca riches. Despite a large ransom being paid, Atahualpa was executed by the Spanish.
Ruled the Inca Empire during Spanish conquest
Faced Francisco Pizarro in the 1532 battle
Captured and executed by Spanish forces
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