The Explorers Podcast Francisco Pizarro and the Conquest of the Inca Empire - Part 8
Jul 8, 2025
This final chapter unveils the intense civil war in Peru between Gonzalo Pizarro and the Spanish Crown, marking a turbulent end to the Inca Empire. It highlights the political chaos following Pizarro's assassination, showcasing the tensions ignited by the New Laws of the Indies. Betrayal unfolds during the Battle of Hakiwahana, leading to the defeating of Pizarro and the dark fate of the Pizarro brothers. Ultimately, it reflects on the profound legacy of the Inca civilization amidst the waves of conquest and unrest.
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Impact of the New Laws
- The New Laws aimed to stop exploitation of Indigenous peoples but threatened encomenderos' power and wealth.
- They prevented inheritance and limited encomiendas, reducing original conquistadors' influence, angering many in Peru.
Gonzalo Pizarro's Rebellion
- Gonzalo Pizarro led a rebellion against the viceroy and New Laws, gathering support from landowners and religious orders.
- He was fiercely loyal to old conquistadors and brutally suppressed opponents to maintain power.
Death of Viceroy Núñez
- Viceroy Núñez was killed in the Battle of Iñaquito fighting against Pizarro's forces.
- His head was beheaded and mocked, showing the brutal nature of the civil war in Peru.