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Blood and Gold (with Dan Snow)
Cautionary Tales with Tim Harford
The Spanish Conquest of Peru
This chapter explores the arrival of Spanish conquistadors in Peru in 1526, initiating the downfall of the Inca Empire. It discusses the pursuit of gold and fortune that led to treachery, the devastating impact of European diseases, and the challenges faced by early adventurers in search of riches. The narrative culminates with the pivotal meeting between Atohul Per and Pizarro that ultimately leads to the downfall of the Inca Empire.
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