How did the Spanish reach Peru in the 1500s?
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First expedition (1524). In November 1524, the first of three expeditions left Panama for the conquest of Peru with about 80 men and 40 horses. Juan de Salcedo was the standard bearer, Nicolas de Ribera was the treasurer and Juan Carvallo was the inspector. read more
Beginning in 1532, Spanish soldiers under the command of Francisco Pizarro landed in Peru with the intent to conquer an empire rich in gold and silver, in much the same way Hernan Cortes had toppled the Aztec Empire (1519-21). read more
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