aug 2, 1533 - Francisco Pizarro

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Francisco Pizarro was born in Trujillo, Spain. Pizarro conquered Peru. Discovered Pacific Ocean, and also went to Columbia, and Panama. After arresting balboa Pizarro stayed in Panama for a time, where he was awarded an estate, served as mayor of Panama City and amassed a small fortune. Overthrew Inca leader. In 1528, Pizarro went back to Spain and managed to procure a commission from Emperor Charles V. Pizarro was to conquer the southern territory and establish a new Spanish province there.
His motive for his voyages was because heard tales of the New World and was seized by a lust for fortune and adventure. Desirous of making his own discoveries and his own fortune, Pizarro formed a partnership with Diego de Almagro. An interesting fact about Pizarro is that he didn’t learn to read growing up.

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