Historical Events tagged with "spanishcolonization"
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Governor Martín García Óñez de Loyola Killed
Martín García Óñez de Loyola, Governor of Chile, was killed in the Battle of Curalaba. This significant encounter occurred during the Arauco War, marking a turning point in the indigenous Mapuche resistance against Spanish colonial forces. Led by the indigenous leader Pelantaru, the Mapuche successfully ambushed the Spanish troops, resulting in the death of the governor and demonstrating the growing strength and coordination of Mapuche forces in the region.
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Pedro Sarmiento de Gamboa led a naval expedition to establish Nombre de Jesús, the first of two Spanish settlements in the Strait of Magellan. This settlement was part of a broader mission to claim and colonize territories in Patagonia, enhancing Spain's influence in South America. The site was strategically chosen due to its advantageous location, providing shelter and access for maritime routes.
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