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The Conquest
The discovery of the Inca Empire coincided with its violent and bloody overthrow by the Spanish conquistadors. Their first encounter was decisive, though the Incas bravely resisted for over 45 years before their final, ruthless extermination.
The actions of many brave and cruel men
over a 45-year-period cannot easily be condensed into several
dozen web-pages. The deaths and hardships of several hundred
thousands of Indians can only be hinted at in this short space.
However, these pages will hopefully give the reader a flavour
of the atmosphere, the brilliance and the tragedy of the Inca
Conquest. The Further Reading section has many suggestions for those wishing to learn more.
Note: All sections shown in italics are quotes from contemporary Spanish narratives of the conquest.
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