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Francisco Pizarro and the Conquest of Peru
by Frederick A. Ober
Discover the remarkable story of Francisco Pizarro (1471 - 1541), a man born into poverty as the illegitimate son of a Spanish soldier. His journey began with a humble role as a swineherd before he seized the opportunity to join an expedition to the colony of Darien in Panama. Rising through the ranks, Pizarro became the trusted right-hand man to the governor. When whispers of a wealthy empire rich in gold reached his ears, he sought and received the king of Spains blessing to lead a daring expedition southward. With just 168 men at his side, Pizarro defied the odds and conquered the formidable Peruvian empire. This captivating biography, narrated by Patrick Eaton, unveils the audacity and strategy that allowed one man to subjugate an entire nation.
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Discover the remarkable story of Francisco Pizarro (1471 - 1541), a man born into poverty as the illegitimate son of a Spanish soldier. His journey began with a humble role as a swineherd before he seized the opportunity to join an expedition to the colony of Darien in Panama. Rising through the ranks, Pizarro became the trusted right-hand man to the governor. When whispers of a wealthy empire rich in gold reached his ears, he sought and received the king of Spains blessing to lead a daring expedition southward. With just 168 men at his side, Pizarro defied the odds and conquered the formidable Peruvian empire. This captivating biography, narrated by Patrick Eaton, unveils the audacity and strategy that allowed one man to subjugate an entire nation.
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Frederick A. Ober
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Discover the remarkable story of Francisco Pizarro (1471 - 1541), a man born into poverty as the illegitimate son of a Spanish soldier. His journey began with a humble role as a swineherd before he seized the opportunity to join an expedition to the colony of Darien in Panama. Rising through the...
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