Francisco Pizarro
Spanish explorer and governor
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Spain
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Born around 1471, a Spanish explorer and politician, played a pivotal role in the Spanish conquest of the Inca Empire. Pizarro founded the city of Lima and served as its governor. He traveled to Peru in the early 16th century, leading expeditions that resulted in the capture of the Inca emperor Atahualpa. The significant wealth that flowed into Spain from the conquest greatly contributed to the Spanish Empire's expansion in South America. His actions laid the foundation for Spanish colonization in the region.
Led the Spanish conquest of the Inca Empire
Founded the city of Lima
Captured Inca emperor Atahualpa
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