Pedro de Mendoza
Spanish conquistador and founder of Buenos Aires
Born
1487
538 years ago
Died
Category
Explorers & Adventurers
Country
Spain
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Contributed significantly to the Spanish colonization of the Americas as a conquistador. Led the first successful expedition to establish a permanent European settlement in present-day Argentina, founding Buenos Aires in 1536. Faced challenges from indigenous peoples and supply shortages, which ultimately led to the abandonment of the settlement. Part of the expedition to Peru and served as a military leader in various capacities. His leadership and actions had lasting implications for Spanish expansion in South America.
Founded Buenos Aires in 1536
Led expeditions exploring South America
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